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Senior Transport Planner

Senior Transport Planner

Reading Borough CouncilEast Midlands, England, United Kingdom
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

Senior Transport Planner to join the Strategic Transport team and play a key role in developing and delivering the Local Transport Plan and wider transport strategy.

Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. We offer flexible hybrid working arrangements, with a mix of home and office working, allowing you to balance collaboration with focused work time.

About The Role

You’ll lead strategic projects, manage consultants and budgets, and play a key role in delivering the Local Transport Plan. This is a fantastic opportunity to influence sustainable transport solutions and work collaboratively across the council and with external partners.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and support the development of Reading's Local Transport Plan.
  • Manage a range of transport projects and oversee consultants.
  • Prepare reports, project briefs, and funding bids.
  • Analyse transport trends and data to inform decision-making.
  • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including government departments and the Berkshire Local Transport Body.
  • Monitor budgets ranging from £100k to £500k.
  • Attend and present at meetings, including briefings with Lead Councillors.

This is a dynamic role that combines strategic thinking, project management, and stakeholder engagement to improve transport across the borough.

About You / Requirements

We\'re looking for a strategic thinker with a passion for transport planning and the skills to lead complex projects. You\'ll bring experience, professionalism, and a collaborative mindset to help shape Reading\'s transport future. If you\'re ready to make a meaningful impact and thrive in a dynamic environment, we\'d love to hear from you.

Qualifications / What We’re Looking For

  • A relevant degree and / or eligibility for membership of a professional institution.
  • Proven experience in transport planning or strategy.
  • Substantial experience in transport planning and project management.
  • Strong report writing, presentation, and communication skills.
  • Political awareness and the ability to work corporately across departments.
  • A proactive approach to customer care and equal opportunities.

    • You’ll also need to be comfortable attending occasional evening meetings and working flexibly to meet project demands.

    You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place.

    Benefits / What We Offer

    Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this :

  • Work Together - work collaboratively with partners and demonstrate the Team Reading values.
  • Drive Efficiency - show initiative, adapt to change and improve delivery and efficiency; take responsibility for learning and development.
  • Be Ambitious - strive for continuous improvement and engage with leaders constructively.
  • Make a Difference to Reading - maintain high levels of customer service and flexibility to provide needed services.

    • Our offer

  • Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days plus bank holidays, rising to 30 after 5 years and 33 after 10 years; option to buy additional leave.
  • Flexible working opportunities.
  • Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in Reading.
  • Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
  • Life Assurance - up to three times annual salary (LGPS members).
  • On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted.
  • Season Ticket Loan for rail / bus journeys.
  • Lease car salary sacrifice scheme for a new greener car (3 years).

    • To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact.

    Closing Date : 05 / 10 / 2025

    Interview Date : Week commencing 20 / 10 / 2025

    Interview Process : Competency based interview; may require a short presentation to the panel (to be confirmed prior to the interview).

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    Seniority level

  • Mid-Senior level

    • Employment type

  • Full-time

    • Job function

  • Management and Manufacturing

    • Industries

  • Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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