Transport Planning Technician

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Ashford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm based in Ashford is looking for a Junior Transport Planning Technician to join their Transport Planning team. This entry-level position involves producing technical drawings, assisting with project documentation, and supporting designs for highway access. Candidates should have a keen interest in transport planning and a strong desire to learn. No prior experience is needed, but a foundation in GCSEs, A-levels, or equivalent is preferred. Full training will be provided in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Full training and structured development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm, curiosity, and a desire to learn.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work on own initiative.
• Proactive approach towards personal growth within a team.

Responsibilities

• Producing and updating technical drawings and plans using industry standard software.
• Assisting the team with the preparation of technical documents and calculations.
• Supporting the development of designs for highway access and improvements.
• Coordinating Transport Planning information between teams.
• Ensuring work accuracy and compliance with project standards.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Computer literacy in MS Office

Willingness to learn technical software

Strong communication skills

Collaborative attitude

Education

GCSEs, A-levels, BTEC, or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Junctions11

Job description

Are you curious about how transport networks are designed and work? Are you excited by the idea of helping create transport infrastructure that genuinely benefits people, communities, and the environment?

Join Stantec’s industry-leading Transport Planning team in Ashford as a Junior Transport Planning Technician and start building a career where you can truly make an impact.

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a friendly, supportive, and highly skilled team working on a wide range of development projects across the South-East and beyond. You’ll be part of a collaborative group that works closely with our engineering and environmental teams to deliver projects that shape the world around us.

About The Role:

As a Junior Transport Planning Technician, you’ll play a key role in supporting the Transport Planning team on a daily basis. You’ll learn how to prepare technical drawings, modelling, and provide information that will help bring development projects to life. You’ll have the opportunity to be involved in a numerous projects including Residential and Mixed Use Developments, Commercial Development, Urban Regeneration and Highway Improvements.

This is a hands-on, practical role with plenty of variety. You’ll be supported by experienced Transport Planners and engineers and technicians, gaining training and exposure to:

• Contributing to technical reports
• Analysing the operation of highway junctions
• Highway design support
• Spreadsheet development
• Use of CAD
• Land development and infrastructure planning
• We offer full training, structured development, and opportunities to progress your career at your own pace.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Producing and updating technical drawings, plans, and modelling using industry standard software (full training provided).
• Assisting the Transport Planning team with the preparation of technical documents and calculations.
• Supporting the development of designs for highway access and highway improvements as well as supporting the development of strategies for sustainable transport.
• Helping with the coordination of Transport Planning information between engineering, environmental, and design teams.
• Ensuring work is completed accurately, on time, and meets project and quality standards.
• Learning how to engage with clients, local authorities, and internal project teams as your experience grows.

About You:

• No industry experience is required we’re looking for someone with enthusiasm, curiosity, and a desire to learn.
• You must be currently located in Ashford.

Ideally, you will bring:

• A keen interest in Transport Planning, infrastructure, design, or the built environment.
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Computer literacy in MS Office suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• A willingness to learn technical software such as Junctions11 and AutoCAD, plus other tools.
• Strong communication skills and a positive, collaborative attitude.
• GCSEs, A-levels, BTEC, or equivalent but we welcome a variety of educational backgrounds.
• A proactive approach and a desire to grow your career within a supportive team.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work on own initiative
• Confident to liaise with all levels of management both internally and externally
• Work well within a team

If you’re passionate about building a future in infrastructure design, we’ll provide all the training you need to succeed.