At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape transport solutions and provide expert advice on planning applications.
- Company: Join South Gloucestershire Council's enthusiastic Place Shaping team.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, professional growth, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for site visits and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainable transport in a vibrant community.
- Qualifications: Experience in transport consultancy and relevant qualifications required.
The predicted salary is between 53 - 53 £ per hour.
Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for a Senior Engineer - Transport Development Control to work within South Gloucestershire Council.
Location: Yate, South Gloucestershire
Contract Type: Temporary
Hourly Rate: £50.00 - £55.00 per hour / £370 - £407 per day
End Date: January 31, 2027 (with possible extension)
Working Pattern: Full Time 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Driving Required: Yes
Are you an experienced engineer with a passion for transport development? Our client is seeking a dynamic Senior Engineer - Transport Development Control to join their enthusiastic Place Shaping team! This is your chance to make a significant impact on transport planning within a vibrant community.
About the Role: As a Senior Engineer, you will provide expert advice on transport matters as a key consultee in the planning process for our Local Highway Authority. Your insights will ensure that planning applications align with local and national policies, including the Core Strategy and Joint Local Transport Plan.
Key Responsibilities:
- Technical Reviews: Conduct thorough reviews of transportation aspects of planning applications, ensuring compliance with policies and technical guidance.
- Sustainable Travel Promotion: Advocate for sustainable travel infrastructure and choices in new developments.
- Negotiation: Manage developer agreements to facilitate effective transport solutions for key district facilities.
- Expert Presentations: Share your transportation expertise at planning committees, appeals, and public inquiries.
About Our Team: Join a dedicated team that plays a vital role in advising on highways and transport matters throughout the planning process. Collaborate with various departments and ensure that developments are delivered effectively in line with planning approvals. Be part of shaping policies that promote sustainability and enhance our community!
What We're Looking For:
- Experience: Significant operational experience in transportation consultancy or related fields.
- Qualifications: A relevant professional qualification or equivalent experience (e.g., BSc in Engineering).
- Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build positive relationships and influence stakeholders effectively.
- Analytical Skills: Strong numeracy and analytical abilities to interpret complex data and provide actionable solutions.
Why Join Us?
- Impactful Work: Play a key role in shaping transport solutions that benefit the community.
- Professional Growth: Opportunities for development and training in a supportive environment.
- Collaborative Culture: Work with passionate professionals committed to excellence and sustainability.
Additional Information: You will be required to conduct site visits and may need to wear appropriate PPE when near trafficked locations. This role involves a mix of independent work and team collaboration, ensuring that your contributions drive meaningful outcomes.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to making our transport systems more efficient and sustainable, we want to hear from you! Apply today and help us shape the future of transport in South Gloucestershire!
This is a temporary position with a competitive hourly rate, and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Join us in creating a more sustainable transport landscape for our community!
Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
