Transport Planner

Do you want to help make Gateshead a place where everyone thrives? If that sounds like you, keep reading - we might be the perfect match.

We’re delighted that you’re interested in working with us. You’d be joining us at a very exciting time.

We pride ourselves on our ambitious and forward-thinking approach to taking care of Gateshead and its people, and we passionately believe that our employees reflect that spirit in truly enabling Gateshead to thrive.

At Gateshead Council you’d be a highly valued member of a team that recognises and respects the skills that you bring to your role, encourages creativity and passionately advocates a great work / life balance. Our actions speak louder than words, and with flexi-time and hybrid working available across many of our roles, as well as a full suite of outstanding employee benefits, we’re confident that it isn’t just the salary that attracts our staff.

This role sits within the Transport Policy and Research Team, a collaborative and forward-thinking team that shapes how transport supports growth, regeneration and sustainability across the borough. Working closely with colleagues in regeneration, planning, climate change and economic development, the team develops transport strategies, policies and business cases that help create connected, inclusive and thriving communities. The team also works with regional partners, public transport operators and Transport North East to influence and deliver transport solutions that support local priorities and long-term growth.

• Act as the key transport planning interface for regeneration and major development projects, ensuring transport priorities are embedded within urban core developments, strategic regeneration frameworks and Local Plan updates.
• Support the development of transport strategies, policies, schemes and business cases that contribute to wider council priorities, including economic development, climate change and health and wellbeing objectives.
• Build effective relationships with Nexus, public transport operators and regional partners to support public transport improvements and collaborative initiatives.
• Analyse transport trends, data and evidence to inform policy development and prepare reports, briefing papers and cabinet reports.
• Represent the Council at local and regional transport forums, working with NEMSA and neighbouring authorities to shape transport strategies and policies.
• Provide professional advice and guidance by keeping up to date with transport policy, legislation and best practice.
• Help drive a customer-focused approach to service delivery, promoting continuous improvement and high-quality outcomes.
• Support the Team Leader, deputising when required and contributing to the wider work of the Transport Planning Team.

• Degree-level education, a relevant professional qualification, or equivalent experience.
• Significant demonstrable experience in a transport strategy, transport policy or closely related environment with appropriate levels of responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of sustainable transport policies, strategies and emerging transport challenges.
• Experience of developing policy, strategy, business cases, reports or evidence-based recommendations.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and…