Brent Council

Principal Transport Planner

Salary range: £46,146 - £48,963 p.a. inc.
Contract: Permanent
Hours of work: 36 hours per week
Location: Civic Centre and other locations from time to time

Help shape the future of Brent   

Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.

The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.

The Post

The role involves providing a steer on the Council's strategic direction regarding transport and movement in the borough. This is not limited to within Brent but also how transport and major infrastructure projects affect Brent at a national, regional and sub-regional level. The post holder is responsible for developing, authoring and monitoring a range of strategic transport policies.

The contribution to policies, strategies and related projects will help improve the transport infrastructure and environment for residents, businesses and visitors to Brent.

The Person

The ideal candidate will have experience in contributing to transport policies and strategies, working at a strategic level and display excellent project management skills.

You will the ability to communicate with a wide range of audiences is essential, as well as being capable of producing complex reports including data analysis.

Closing Date: 24 August 2016 (23:59)

Assessment & Interview Date: w/c 5 September 2016

Additional Information

Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community.

Applications are particularly welcome from people with a disability as they are under represented across the council.

All organisations and individuals who work with children and young people, or are involved in providing services for them have a duty to safeguard and promote their welfare.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Before you join Brent Council, you will need to provide your National Insurance (NI) number and undergo a Home Office Standard I.D. check.

Please note CVs will not be considered as part of your application for this position.