Transport Planner - FTC 31/03/2026 with possible extension

ZipRecruiter; England; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

ZipRecruiter is seeking a full-time Transport Planner for Southend-on-Sea City Council. The role involves assisting with transport policy, research, and project management while offering hybrid working options. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant degree and have experience in public sector transport planning. Enjoy benefits such as 25 days annual leave and excellent training opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Flexible working

Excellent training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree in a related subject and/or experience in Transport Planning.
• Expert knowledge in transport policy and local authority objectives.
• Working towards chartered membership CIHT/CILT/RTPI.

Responsibilities

• Assist with transport studies and policy development.
• Manage the Multi-Modal Transport Model and undertake traffic surveys.
• Provide professional advice on planning applications regarding transport policy.

Skills

GIS software

Transport Planning

Research

Planning

Project Management

Education

Degree in a related subject

Tools

DfT toolkits

VISSIM

Saturn

Job description

Job Description

Transport Planner, Southend, Essex Your new role Southend-on-Sea City Council are looking to appoint a full-time Transport Planner in a fixed-term capacity until 31/03/2026 with the possibility of an extension.The successful candidate will assist with the provision of transport studies, policies and, specifically, the Council’s statutory Local Transport Plan (LTP).There will be a need to research, write and help consult on transport policies, such as the statutory Local Transport Plan. You will carry out transport research, using various methods and software packages, such as GIS, DfT toolkits etc, which will inform policies/schemes. Provide professional advice on planning applications regarding transport policy, sustainable travel etc.

Assist with the Project Management of the Multi-Modal Transport Model and work with procurement, to write specifications to tender for projects as well as undertaking and analysing traffic surveys and data.Within this position, hybrid working opportunities are available. You are required to be on-site at the Civic Centre a minimum of 2 days a week. However, if you are located further from Essex, the manager is happy to look at fully hybrid working.

This will be on a case-by-case basis. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in the position, it is essential that you hold a degree in a related subject and/or experience in a Transport Planning role within the public sector.You are required to have expert knowledge in the relevant professional area and be working towards the chartered membership of CIHT/CILT/RTPI.You must have experience of using GIS software, DfT toolkits and other transport software packages.You must have experience in research, planning and other processes involved in the delivery of strategic and large-scale development. As well as knowledge of a Local Authority’s strategic aims/objectives and knowledge of transport models, VISSIM and Saturn.You must hold a UK driving licence and have use of a car.

What you'll get in return When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. A full list of benefits provided by Southend Council can be viewed on the "Why Work For Us?" tab.

What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. 4685732