Senior Transport Planner Engineer (2 Posts)

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Are you an experienced engineer with a passion for transportation and highway development? Join our Transport Development Management team and play a vital role in shaping the future of the county's highway infrastructure.

About the Role

To provide transport development management advice to ensure effective transport assessment and input throughout the development process, including managing a case load of predominantly major/complex sites. Supporting the team manager in facilitating economic and sustainable development within the County in line with Derbyshire County Council's policies and strategies.

To assist with the provision of effective transport input on pre-application enquiries, outline planning applications, reserved matters applications and planning appeals as necessary.

Engaging in effective negotiation to secure highways and transportation mitigation for development proposals including through Section 106 discussions and identifying other funding sources as appropriate.

To support effective partnerships and working relationships with statutory, voluntary, private agencies and communities.

About you

To apply for this post, you must have:

• Degree, diploma, or equivalent qualification in a transport planning or engineering related field, And Membership of Chartered Institute of Highways & Transportation (CIHT).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience of interpreting and writing technical and non-technical reports.
• Effective negotiation with internal and external organisations, such as developers or Local Planning Authorities.
• Experience of conducting packages of transport analysis or assessment work.
• Knowledge of the planning process as it relates to highways and transportation.
• Be able to work to tight timescales and to agreed targets.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the County's transportation infrastructure, working in a dynamic and supportive team. We offer a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.

If you're ready to take on a challenging role that shapes the future of our highways, apply today!

Provisional Interview Date: Week Commencing 14th Septermber.

Please submit your CV with a 500 word personal statement expressing your suitiblity for this role.

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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This role currently offers hybrid working options which will be subject to service needs, there'll be an opportunity to discuss working arrangements for this position at interview.

Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.

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