Transport Planner

Transport Planner

Location: Chesterfield, East Midlands
Employment Status: Permanent

Salary: £34,434 - £39,152

About the Role

This is a defining moment for transport in the East Midlands. As the region's Local Transport Authority, EMCCA is at the forefront of shaping a bold, future-focused Mayor's Transport Plan - driving forward a transformational investment programme worth over £2 billion. This is more than infrastructure; it's a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reimagine how people connect, travel, and thrive across the region.

We are seeking a Transport Planner to join the Transport Strategy Team, playing a key role in shaping and delivering evidence-led policies and strategies that support EMCCA's ambition to create connected communities.

This role offers the opportunity to work at the heart of regional transport planning, contributing to high-impact initiatives across a diverse geography, from vibrant urban centres to rural communities including the Peak District.

Our region is home to award-winning bus companies, an established tram system, the HQ of the new GB Railways, and birthplace of the first workplace parky levy in Europe - this is a region with both track record and vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the development of transport policies and strategies, including the Local Transport Plan and supporting strategies
• Take ownership of day-to-day delivery requirements across transport programmes, ensuring progress from concept through to implementation
• Undertake and lead research activities, developing robust evidence bases to inform policy and strategy
• Interpret and analyse transport data, working with analysts and applying modelling or appraisal techniques to support decision-making
• Prepare high-quality reports, briefings, and presentations for a range of stakeholders
• Support and coordinate project management activity, including planning, documentation, progress tracking, and reporting
• Organise and facilitate meetings, ensuring effective communication, follow-up actions, and stakeholder engagement
• Liaise with consultants, providing direction and ensuring quality outputs aligned with organisational goals
• Support funding and bidding processes, including preparation of written submissions and associated documentation
• Respond to enquiries from stakeholders, local authorities, and members of the public on transport planning matters
• Represent EMCCA at meetings and events, supporting engagement and communication activities
• Contribute to monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess programme effectiveness and drive continuous improvement
• Stay informed of industry developments, policy changes, and best practice to ensure compliance and innovation
• Provide informal guidance and support to colleagues joining the team

About You

We are looking for an experienced and motivated professional with a strong background in transport planning and policy development. Please note, you do not need to meet every requirement to apply - if you feel you'd be a good fit, we encourage you to put in an application.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience in transport planning, policy development, and strategy delivery within a public sector or relevant environment
• Strong understanding of transport planning principles, systems, and regulatory frameworks
• Demonstrated ability to manage and respond to operational requirements within complex programmes or projects
• Experience leading or contributing to research, data analysis, and report writing
• Ability to interpret transport data and contribute to evidence-based decision-making, including familiarity with modelling or appraisal techniques
• Experience developing and communicating policies and strategies aligned with organisational objectives
• Strong project coordination and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging diverse stakeholders
• Proven ability to build effective working relationships and collaborate across organisations
• Proficiency in relevant IT systems, including Microsoft Excel and project management tools

Desirable:

• Experience using Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Experience assessing transport initiatives for feasibility, value for money, and community impact
• Understanding of the political and policy landscape influencing transport decisions
• Experience in funding or bid development processes

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent experience) in transport planning, civil engineering, urban planning, geography, or a related discipline
• Membership of, or willingness to work towards membership of, a relevant professional body such as RTPI, CIHT, IHE, or CILT

Why Join EMCCA

This role provides a unique opportunity to influence the future of transport across the East Midlands at a critical stage of development. You will contribute to a major programme of strategic development and investment while working in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment committed to delivering meaningful outcomes.

The Transport Planner role is part of our Transport Planning family of hobs which provide a clear pathway for career progression within the organisation and wider transport progression.

EMCCA's work is grounded in evidence-led decision-making and strong partnerships. You will gain exposure to strategic policy development, programme delivery, and stakeholder engagement, with clear opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

• Up to 10 days paid leave in a 12-month period for caring responsibilities
• Healthcare cash plan
• A hybrid work model with remote working opportunities
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working hours
• Maternity, Paternity, IVF, Adopters and Foster Carers support
• Discount scheme
• Car Benefit Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• 30 days holiday (plus 2 with continuous service) + bank holidays + your birthday (up to five extra days through salary sacrifice)
• Costco Membership
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Professional Membership Scheme
• Car Parking Discounts
• Car Sharing Scheme

Our Values

• We lift our regionWe always put the prosperity of the East Midlands region and its people first when carrying our roles and achieving strategic outcomes
• We work togetherWe always challenge each other to be exceptional, embracing collaboration and acting to lift rather than win, working as one team
• We make an impactWe always make decisions that are evidence led and which strengthen our region systemically. We hold ourselves to account for our actions
• We are humanWe always take pride in who we are and the diversity we bring, communicating authentically and showing genuine interest in one another

About EMCCA

EMCCA is committed to delivering long-term, system-wide impact for the people, businesses, and places of the East Midlands. Through devolution, the Authority now has the powers, funding, and leadership to drive meaningful change.

With over £2 billion of funding secured, a strong pipeline of projects, and significant public engagement already underway, this is a defining moment to shape the region's transport future.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) is at the heart of everything EMCCA do. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered, regardless of background or identity.

EMCCA is a Disability Confident organisation, committed to inclusive recruitment and supporting people with disabilities to thrive in the workplace. We also support the Care Leavers Covenant, recognising the challenges faced by care-experienced individuals and providing opportunities and support to help them succeed.

How to Apply

If you are looking to advance your career in transport planning and want to play a central role in shaping a major regional transport strategy, we encourage you to apply now to join our client's dedicated team within the East Midlands Combined County Authority.

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