Principal Transport Planner

Principal Transport Planner

Hours:

37

Salary: HC10 £ 46,142 – £50,269 per annum

Contract:

Permanent

Location:

Hereford

Closing Date: 27/07/2026

Are you passionate about shaping the future of transport in a county that beautifully blends urban dynamism with rural charm? Would you like to take your transport career to the next level and be the driving force for Herefordshire’s future? You will play a key role in policy development, staff training and service improvement initiatives, leading and innovating to make a real difference to the community.

• Developing and delivering strategic transportation strategies and policies.
• Local and regional rail and bus strategy and policy.
• Securing transport funding.
• Commissioning and managing projects.
• Engaging with communities and stakeholders to ensure transport solutions are inclusive and effective.
• Tackling key challenges, from rural connectivity to modernising urban infrastructure.

• Degree level or equivalent, ideally in a transport or planning related subject.
• Sound understanding of current transport policy and legislation, sustainable transport initiatives, and management of transport-related policies and programmes.
• Experience in developing policy and strategy relating to all modes of transport, with knowledge of statutory requirements and national policy context for local transport.

• Salary range of £46,142 – £50,269.
• Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Career progression: clear pathways to progress.
• Annual Leave: 31 days per annum (pro rata) plus bank holidays; additional 10 days may be purchased.
• Flexible working arrangements, including job-sharing, part‑time hours and agile working.
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support and counselling.
• Payment of professional membership fees (based on role requirements).
• Access to a range of retail, leisure, holiday and health benefits including savings, cash back and discounts.

• Applicants with a disability are welcome to apply under the “Disability Confident” scheme.
• Applicants who are an Armed Forces Veteran or Reservist are encouraged under the Armed Forces Covenant.
• Applicants who are Herefordshire care leavers are supported under the care leaver commitment.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or alternative methods for the online application process, please contact the resourcing team at e

Upload an up-to-date CV and complete the application form demonstrating your experience, skills and abilities for the role. For an informal discussion, contact Ffion Horton, Service Manager for Transport Planning, at Ffion

Ensure you reference the job description and person specification. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email to arrange interview or assessment.