Infrastructure Planning Officer - WMF2418e

The Cumbria County Council; Barrow-in-Furness, Kendal, Penrith; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council is seeking an Infrastructure Planning Officer to lead projects that enhance transport for the community. The ideal candidate will have a degree-level qualification and relevant experience in transport planning, with responsibilities including project development and stakeholder engagement. This role offers competitive salary and flexible working options.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave allowance

Various perks and discounts schemes

Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge in transport planning, appraisal, town planning, or project management.
• Ability to engage with stakeholders and manage projects.
• Relevant degree-level qualification.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects to develop infrastructure strategies.
• Engage with stakeholders and secure delivery funding.
• Manage and work with technical specialists in consultancies.

Skills

Transport planning

Transport appraisal

Town planning

Project management

Education

Degree-level qualification in a relevant field

Job description

Job reference REQ00000019163 Date posted 06/11/2025 Application closing date 21/12/2025 Location Various Locations Salary £42,839 - £44,075 Package Blank Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Attachments Blank

Location

Flexible (Barrow-in-Furness, Kendal, Penrith, hybrid working)

Contract Type

Permanent full‑time (part time considered)

About this opportunity

We are looking to recruit a new Infrastructure Planning Officer to work as part of the council's Sustainable Transport and Highways service.

Our team’s exciting programme of work includes

• Prioritising and developing transport proposals for development and delivery
• Transport appraisal and impacts assessment
• Supporting spatial strategy and a new Local Plan
• Shaping transport policies and projects to support economic growth and the environment
• Technical advice on major cross‑discipline projects, including the council’s groundbreaking work as part of Team Barrow

Role Responsibilities

As an Infrastructure Planning Officer, you will be involved in leading projects to identify and develop infrastructure and strategies. You will engage with internal and external stakeholders, support work to secure delivery funding, and manage and work with technical specialists in external consultancies.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for people with experience and knowledge in areas such as transport planning, transport appraisal, town planning or project management, and who want to make a difference by improving transport for residents, visitors and businesses in Westmorland and Furness. If you have experience in these areas, or in a related area of work, and a relevant degree‑level qualification, we would be delighted to hear from you.

What can we offer you

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site.

Attachments

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

Contact

For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria, please view the below attachments. If you have any queries about this role or would like an informal chat about this opportunity, then please contact Paul Landreth on [e-mail].

Application and Interview information

Closing date: Friday 19 December 2025

We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss this with you.

Safer Recruitment & DBS

At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.

Disability and Other Guarantees

As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview. We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old that meet the essential criteria for the role.