Transport Planning Technician

Stantec; West Alvington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Junior Transport Planning Technician in Ashford. This role involves contributing to technical reports, assisting in the preparation of designs, and producing detailed drawings using industry software. Ideal candidates will have a keen interest in transport planning, possess strong communication skills, and have a willingness to learn. Full training and development opportunities are provided in a supportive environment, making this an excellent starting point for a career in transportation and infrastructure planning.

Benefits

Full training provided

Structured development opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• A keen interest in Transport Planning, infrastructure, design, or the built environment.
• Willingness to learn technical software for modeling.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Producing and updating technical drawings and modeling.
• Assisting with the preparation of technical documents.
• Supporting designs for highway access and improvements.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Computer literacy (MS Office)

Communication skills

Adaptability to learn technical software

Education

GCSEs, A-levels, BTEC, or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Junctions11

Job description

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, modeling, and provide information that will help bring development projects to life. You'll be involved in a wide range of projects including Residential and Mixed Use Developments, Commercial Development, Urban Regeneration and Highway Improvements.

Role

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

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 the 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 – 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 your own initiative.
• Confident to liaise with all levels of management both internally and externally.
• Work well within a team.

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.

Stantec is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We promote an inclusive work environment that supports all employees.