Assistant Transport Planner

Bennett & Game Recruitment are working with a well-established, industry-leading consultancy providing comprehensive solutions in transport planning, highways scheme design, drainage, and environmental planning. Due to continued growth, our client is looking for a Graduate / Assistant Transport Planner to join their dynamic team in Fleet.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to develop a career in transport planning. You will gain experience in preparing technical reports, conducting transport assessments, and using specialist software to support a range of development projects. Working closely with senior team members, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality solutions to clients.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, and Travel Plans.
• Assist with Travel Plan coordination and reporting.
• Analyse and interpret transport data to support project delivery.
• Undertake junction capacity assessments using ARCADY, PICADY, and LINSIG.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and local/national authorities.
• Support Team Leaders in delivering transport and highways advice.
• Undertake site visits and surveys, contributing to feasibility studies and reports.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and assist with other traffic/transport-related tasks as required.

Education & Experience:

• Degree in Transport Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering, or a related subject.
• Understanding or experience of UK Transport Planning standards and processes.

Technical Skills:

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office packages.
• Good numerical skills and experience working with spreadsheets.
• AutoCAD experience (desirable).
• Understanding or experience with ARCADY, PICADY, and LINSIG.

Competencies:

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Confident written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage workload effectively.
• Professional and approachable manner when liaising with clients and colleagues.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Company pension scheme.
• Annual and performance-based bonuses.
• Healthcare cash plan.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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