Senior Transport Planner

Auckland
Permanent
Full-time

7 days ago

Auckland Transport is leading the development of transport infrastructure and solutions that enable healthy and accessible communities.Regardless of your choice to walk, cycle, drive, take the ferry or train, we are passionate about working together to deliver safe, efficient, innovative and sustainable options whilst providing a transport system that will create a vibrant and connected Auckland.We are on a journey and working to shape our organisation through an ambitious transformation programme providing for more climate-resilient, effective, and efficient AT.Transitioning Auckland's transport network on such a mammoth scale is no mean feat and we need a talented team to ensure we are up to this task.We are seeking a Senior Transport Planner to manage the delivery of Strategic, Programme and Single Stage Business cases for initiatives identified in the Regional Land Transport Plan, the Regional Public Transport Plan, and create a pipeline of new projects that can be assessed for inclusion in those plans.The role also requires oversight and review of work produced by professional advisors and junior transport planners in the team.Te Whiwhinga mahi - The Opportunity

Initiate and lead the development and delivery of transport system plan and business cases.
Deliver plans to address development and changing levels of service demand.
Shape and inform AT's long-term investment needs and create a prioritised pipeline of investment, to be funded through the Regional Land Transport Plan or other funding mechanisms.

Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?

A relevant tertiary qualification in transport planning, urban planning, project management or related discipline.
Five years' experience in feasibility studies and business case process and development, ideally related to transport and funding.
A good understanding of transport and urban planning; and local and central government policies
Some experience of reviewing and overseeing work produced by professional advisors and junior transport planners.
Experience in co-ordinating or managing delivery of complex transport projects; or cross-agency projects.

AT recognises that you might be perfect for this role even if you don't have all these requirements. The list above is our wish list and you might be the perfect person without all of the attributes above, so get in contact and let us know about you. We also offer flexible working arrangements and are happy to discuss how we can make this work for you too.Ko mātou tēnei | Our OrganisationAt AT, we embrace inclusion and fully support building a diverse workplace where people come first and we feel safe, respected, valued and supported, inclusive of our differences. Our values are more than just words - they are integral to everything we do. Manaakitanga - We care, Tiakitanga - Safe with us, Whanaungatanga - We connect, Auahatanga - Better, bolder, together.In addition, we also offer:

25% discount on public transport services across Auckland
Investment in your professional development and training
Opportunity for greater leadership and accountability
Modern CBD (Wynyard Quarter) waterfront-based office
Paid parental and partner leave
Study assistance
Health and Wellbeing benefits
Professional memberships
AT Connect groups such as Mana ka Māori, Women@AT, and many more!

Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now!Come join us in shaping the future of transport in Auckland - apply today with an up-to-date CV and cover letter.Ka tiaki mātou i te hunga katoa ka eke waka i Tāmaki Makaurau.We tiaki all those who use transport in Tāmaki Makaurau.Please contact Lynn Miller on with any questions.#LI-LM1Yes Please note, this position is deemed a safety sensitive position and will require the successful applicant to undertake pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.Yes Auckland Transport is committed to the protection and wellbeing of children. A component of this role involves interaction with children so, as a part of the assessment of candidates, we will require Police Vetting of candidates to ensure we are providing a safe environment for children. This requirement complies with the Vulnerable Children Act 2014.Yes Please note, this position is deemed a safety sensitive position and will require the successful applicant to undertake pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.Auckland Transport is committed to the protection and wellbeing of children. A component of this role involves interaction with children so, as a part of the assessment of candidates, we will require Police Vetting of candidates to ensure we are providing a safe environment for children. This requirement complies with the Vulnerable Children Act 2014.

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