Assistant Transport Planner–Sheffield (2–4 Years’)

ibse; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected engineering consultancy in Sheffield seeks an Assistant Transport Planner with 2–4 years’ experience. In this hybrid role, you will support the Transport Planning team on various projects, including transport assessments and sustainability strategies. The ideal candidate will possess analytical skills, a background in transport planning, and a relevant degree. Join a friendly team committed to career development and mentorship in a vibrant working environment, contributing to a strong project pipeline across Yorkshire and the Midlands.

Benefits

Hybrid working with a modern office

Supported career development

Inclusive team with mentorship

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• 2–4 years’ experience in transport planning or development planning.
• Understanding of the UK planning process and planning policy.
• Collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support senior colleagues in Transport Assessments & Statement for planning submissions.
• Assist in the development of Travel Plans and active travel inputs.
• Conduct junction capacity modelling and feasibility studies.

Skills

Transport planning experience

Analytical skills

Clear technical writing

Good communication skills

Education

Degree in Transport, Geography, Civil Engineering, Planning or similar

Tools

Junctions 9/10

LinSig

AutoCAD

TRICS

TEMPro

GIS

Job description

Assistant Transport Planner – Sheffield (2–4 Years’ Experience)

£30,000 – £38,000 + Benefits | Sheffield | Hybrid Working

We are supporting a respected multidisciplinary engineering consultancy in Sheffield that is looking to expand its Transport Planning team with a talented Assistant Transport Planner (2–4 years’ experience). The team works on a strong pipeline of regional development, transport strategy and active travel projects across Yorkshire and the Midlands.

The Role

You’ll support senior colleagues in the delivery of:

• Transport Assessments & Statement for planning submissions
• Travel Plans, sustainability/access strategies and active travel inputs
• Junction capacity modelling (Junctions 9/10, LinSig)
• Trip generation, TRICS assessments and survey analysis
• Development access and swept‑path checks
• Feasibility studies and early‑stage transport appraisals
• GIS mapping, data analysis and technical reports
• Liaison with local authorities, clients, and design teams

What You’ll Bring

• 2–4 years’ experience in transport planning / development planning
• Clear technical writing and analytical skills
• Experience using some of the following:
  • Junctions 9/10, LinSig, AutoCAD, TRICS, TEMPro, GIS
• Understanding of the UK planning process and planning policy
• A collaborative mindset and good communication skills
• Degree in Transport, Geography, Civil Engineering, Planning or similar

Why Join?

• Hybrid working with a modern Sheffield office
• Strong regional project pipeline across residential, commercial, education and mixed‑use schemes
• Supported career development and Chartership pathways (CIHT / TPS)
• Opportunity to progress to Transport Planner level
• Inclusive, friendly team with great mentorship