Senior Transport Planning Engineer (Redeployment 24609)

• Suffolk County Council
• Address: Endeavour House Ipswich Suffolk IP1 2BX hybrid working
• Salary: 40777 3.3% agreed pay rise per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Hours: 37 per week flexible working options available
• Contract: Permanent

This advert is open to current redeployment Suffolk County Council staff only

As a modern flexible and effective organisation at Suffolk County Council were driven to make a positive difference to the environment the communities we serve and the careers of our people. Thats why when you join us as a Senior Transport Planning Engineeryoull be encouraged to share your fresh thinking and empowered to explore new ideas that will shape and improve our services as well as your career.

Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities

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 to represent the team at meetings with internal and external organisations to provide expert advice in area of work sometimes in challenging circumstances.

You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile see below in the how to apply section. If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team

• The Transport Planning Team forms part of the wider Transport Strategy team helping to deliver growth across Suffolk
• This includes Development Management ensuring new developments are sustainable in highway terms to support Suffolks growth ambitions securing funding and the delivery of new transport infrastructure and initiatives including active travel.
• You will be part of a team that works together to provide comments on the suitability of new development in highway terms to local planning authorities.

Empowering Everyone

Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were 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 ourWorkforce Equality Report ().

For more information

Please contactCarl Ashton (He/Him) for a casual conversation. You can contact him by callingor emailing.

How to apply

Step 1 -Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).

Step 2 -Click Apply Now to start your online application.

Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template (Word).

1. Tell us about a time when you were involved in a complex planning proposal and identified transport or highway issues that required further investigation
   and potential mitigation. How did you reach your recommendation
2. Describe a situation where you successfully negotiated with developers consultants or planning authorities to secure improvements
   or changes that addressed highway or transport concerns.
3. Describe a situation where you managed or supervised the work of others. How did you support their development while ensuring
   objectives were met.

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.

For guidance on completing your application please see ourHow to Apply page.

Planning to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) Please ensure your application still reflects your own skills experience and ideas. If used inappropriately your application may not be processed. Please read ourguidance for using AI to understand whats acceptable.

Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team ator. You can find examples of possible adjustments on ourReasonable Adjustment pages.

Closing date:11.30pm 10 September 2026.

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