- Suffolk County Council – Endeavour House, Ipswich, IP1 2BX - Hybrid
- £39,513 - £45,595 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- 37 Hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Permanent
At Suffolk County Council, we believe that when our people grow, our communities thrive. That's why we're looking for a passionate Senior Transport Planning Engineer to join our team. Here, you'll find more than just a job – you'll discover opportunities to develop your skills, make a meaningful impact, and reimagine what's possible. Are you ready to grow with us and shape the future of Suffolk?
Your role and responsibilities
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include responding to planning consultations on behalf of the Local Highway Authority. This will involve liaising with a variety of people, internally and externally, to agree design principles for new development and secure infrastructure improvements to mitigate the impact of development and enhance accessibility for all.
You will formulate responses to Local Plans and Neighbourhood Plans on behalf of the Local Highway Authority, helping to shape sustainable places in which we live, work and enjoy recreation. You will also support colleagues with developing town wide transport plans including proposals for suitable schemes in those locations.
You will manage the work of Transport Planning Engineers and Technicians and assist with their development.
You will need
- passion for promoting high standards of sustainable transport in new developments by influencing a wide audience as to the benefits for the people of Suffolk
- high level understanding of all aspects of highway design and construction and relevant sections of the Highway Act
- significant experience in interpreting complex transport assessments and responding to developers/consultants
- capability of representing the team at meetings with internal and external organisations (as appropriate) to provide expert advice in area of work, sometimes in challenging circumstances.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
The Transport Planning team is part of the Transport Strategy team, helping to deliver growth in Suffolk. The team is responsible for:
- development management, ensuring new developments are sustainable in highway terms to support Suffolk’s growth ambitions
- developing transport policy, including the Local Transport Plan and town wide transport plans
- securing funding, and the delivery of new transport infrastructure and initiatives, including active travel.
Empowering Everyone
We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.
For more information
Please contact Carl Ashton ( he/him), for a casual conversation. You can reach him by calling 01473 265923 or emailing carl.ashton@suffolk.gov.uk.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx).
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template.
1. Tell us about a time when you had to review and respond to a complex transport assessment for a large development. What was your approach, and how did you ensure all highway impacts were properly addressed?
2. Describe a situation where you had to negotiate with developers or planning authorities to modify a development proposal that initially raised highway concerns. How did you reach a successful outcome?
3. Tell us about your experience managing a team of engineers and technicians. How do you ensure timely responses to planning authorities while maintaining quality standards
4. Describe a time when you had to present controversial highway recommendations at a public meeting or planning committee. How did you handle any challenging reactions?
Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or calling 03456 014412. If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.
Closing date: 11.30pm, 9 February 2025.
Interview date: W/C 17 February 2025.
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As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you’ll enjoy:
up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
Plus lots more!
If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).
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