Transport Consultant

Are you ready to shape the future of renewable energy transport? Collett and Sons Ltd has an exciting Transport Consultant (CAD Technician/Surveyor) opportunity!

Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD12 0QY

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday 08:00 to 17:00, with occasional overtime and weekend working

About Us:

Collett and Sons Ltd is a successful family-owned specialist transport company with a national and international reputation. Operating for decades, we provide general haulage, heavy transport, heavy lift, marine and consulting services. We are world-renowned for delivering wind turbine components and abnormal load movements in the Renewable Energy industry. The company holds ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO27001 and ISO45001 certification and continues to expand its consulting division in the renewables sector.

Transport Consultant (CAD Technician/Surveyor) - The Role:

Working as part of the Consulting team and reporting directly to the Consulting Manager, you will provide transport planning, assessment and reporting services for abnormal load movements. You will conduct site meetings across the UK and occasionally Europe, combining CAD expertise with surveying skills to plan the delivery of out-of-gauge components including wind turbine and renewable energy equipment. This varied role requires you to communicate with clients, drivers, local authorities and contractors while managing complex site assessments and route planning.

Transport Consultant (CAD Technician/Surveyor) - Key Responsibilities:

- Create route assessment reports, audits and swept path analysis using CAD software

- Carry out land-based surveying using calibrated instruments for topographical surveys

- Assess, review and design loading and transport methods using 2D and 3D CAD

- Conduct site visits, route planning and desk-top studies using online mapping tools

- Attend trail runs and communicate directly with clients, drivers, local authorities and site contractors

- Undertake CDM regulation assessments and compliance reviews

Transport Consultant (CAD Technician/Surveyor) - You:

- Qualified to A Level standard or equivalent, with knowledge of transport, engineering or surveying standards

- Proficient in 2D and 3D AutoCAD with experience of CDM regulations

- Experience with total stations and land-based surveying equipment (desirable)

- Self-motivated, well-organised team player with excellent communication and attention to detail

- Valid UK driving licence and passport essential for UK and European travel

- Engineering knowledge in mechanical or civil disciplines

Benefits:

- 28 days holiday per year including bank holidays, with holiday purchase scheme available

- Company pension scheme contributions subject to conditions

- Continuing Professional Development provided after probationary period completion

- Opportunity to develop and grow within a dynamic, experienced consulting team

- Exposure to varied and challenging projects in the renewable energy sector

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