Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024.

We are an Accredited employer under the Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter, demonstrating that we are committed to the principle of fair employment and we are dedicated to providing a healthy, fair, inclusive and just workplace.

Principal Transport Planning Officer

Location:  Knowsley Council – Highways Development Control Team

We are seeking a forward-thinking Transport Planning Officer to lead on transport planning, development control, and strategic infrastructure projects across Knowsley.  You will provide expert advice on planning applications, transport modelling, and sustainable travel initiatives, while supporting the delivery of Capital Delivery Schemes that enhance the borough’s transport network and highway safety.

What we’re looking for:

• A proactive problem solver with experience in transport planning, traffic junction modelling, and highway policy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to produce clear technical responses and advise on legal agreements.
• Ability to supervise and mentor colleagues, contribute to policy development, and represent the Council in regional forums.

Why Knowsley:

• Work on high-profile infrastructure and development projects.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Flexible working and supportive, forward-thinking team environment.

At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working.  For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time.

We welcome applications from residents and beyond, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.

See the benefits of working for Knowsley MBC https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.

At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact: 

Louise Fortune, Team Leader: Highways Development Control.  Email: Louise.Fortune@Knowsley.gov.uk  Phone: 0151 443 2297 or alternatively Keith Moyles, Group Manager: Network Management & Operations.  Email: Keith.Moyles@Knowsley.gov.uk Phone: 0151 443 5948

Interviews to be held w/c 20 October 2025

If you are interested in this vacancy, please upload your CV along with a supporting statement as one document in PDF or Word format. Your CV and supporting statement should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification.

Please note if a CV and supporting statement does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted.