Senior / Principal Highways Development Planner

Job Introduction

Job Title: Senior / Principal Highways Development Planner
Salary: £43,247 - £46,077 per annum
35 Hours per Week
Location: Worcester 
Team: Planning and Transport Planning 
Permanent 
   

The Role: 

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Highways Development Management team and to shape future growth in Worcestershire.

The postholder will help  to deliver ambitious highway schemes benefitting our residents and wider communities, including working  on some  of the largest developments in south Worcestershire including  new settlements and urban expansions, focused on  sustainable growth across all transport modes. 

The transport network of the County is critical to economic growth, with investment proposed and planned in the road network, rail stations and service connectivity plus active travel. The County already has a strong record of delivery, having invested in significant road improvements including dualling the A4440 around Worcester, delivering Worcestershire Parkway rail station and active travel infrastructure including Kepax bridge across the Severn.  

 The County is a diverse and vibrant mix of rural and urban communities, benefitting from the high-quality environment which Worcestershire offers. The major rivers of the Severn, Avon and Teme weave through the county, integral to our history, and shaping our landscape and growth proposals. 

Working with closely with the south Worcestershire  Local Planning Authorities, the postholder will need to work across all aspects of the development process from pre-application discussion to condition discharge and post applications consents. 

Proposals in the South Worcestershire  Development Plan  include allocations of all sizes from  new settlements, to urban extensions and rural expansion sites, ensuring a range of planning applications with many different considerations.  

The role will also assist in shaping emerging Local Plans and associated infrastructure requirements,  helping to take proposals from concept to reality. 

 We are looking for a transport professional to join the team, with an ambition to deliver growth proposals and develop their career.  The successful candidate will be part of the Highways Development Management team  at the County Council and will have worked  in planning or transport planning and have experience of assessing the impact of planning applications,  writing responses and securing mitigation. 

For further information please contact: Emily Barker: ebarker@worcestershire.gov.uk

Benefits:

You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage 

• Worcestershire County Council - Why work for us? 

Some of these offers include: 

• Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you’re successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!
• Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
• Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible. 

Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: 1st September 2025 
Anticipated Interview Date: 17th,23rd & 24th September 2025