Transport Planning Technician - Hybrid Work & Citywide Projects

Westfield Secondary School; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Annual leave

Training & development

Job summary

Sheffield City Council is looking for an experienced transport technician to join the Transport Projects Team in delivering highway and transport schemes across Sheffield. You will develop concept and preliminary designs and produce technical drawings using AutoCAD, balancing engineering, operational and community needs.

The role supports active travel and public realm improvements, develops TROs, undertakes site inspections and provides design assurance throughout delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience developing transport, highway or traffic engineering schemes.
• Strong technical design capabilities, including the use of AutoCAD or similar software.
• Knowledge of current highway design standards, traffic management principles and industry best practice.
• Experience interpreting technical guidance and applying it to real-world engineering challenges.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage confidently with stakeholders, partners and the public.
• An HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Producing concept and preliminary highway and traffic engineering designs for transport schemes.
• Preparing technical drawings and consultation plans using AutoCAD and other design software.
• Supporting the development of active travel, walking, wheeling, cycling, road safety and public transport improvement schemes.
• Developing and processing Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs).
• Undertaking site inspections, surveys and technical assessments to support scheme development.
• Providing technical assurance and design support throughout project delivery.
• Supporting traffic management initiatives and providing technical advice to internal highways and development management teams.
• Engaging with residents, stakeholders and elected members through public consultations, meetings and engagement events.
• Contributing to city wide traffic management, highway classification and directional signage strategies.

Job description

Sheffield City Council is looking for an experienced transport technician to join the Transport Projects Team in delivering highway and transport schemes across Sheffield. You will develop concept and preliminary designs and produce technical drawings using AutoCAD, balancing engineering, operational and community needs.

The role supports active travel and public realm improvements, develops TROs, undertakes site inspections and provides design assurance throughout delivery.