Wolverhampton City Council · Wolverhampton, England · £54k–£59k
This is a live UK-based role at Wolverhampton City Council, a UK Skilled Worker sponsor tracked by Sponsorly AI against the Home Office register. Posted 18 September 2026. Listed as open until 27 October 2026.
Job Introduction Black Country Principal Transport Planner Salary - £54,143 - £58,602 (Grade 8) Hours - 37 Hrs per week Contract type - full time, permanent Work Style - Flexible: working from home with 2 days in a council location Black Country Transport (BCT) is a collaborative partnership bringing together transport officers from Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton councils, supported by a central team that leads on the development and delivery of cross‑boundary transport schemes. By working collectively across local authority boundaries, BCT enables strategic planning, consistency of delivery and better outcomes for communities across the Black Country. This is an exciting time to join Black Country Transport. The organisation has ambitious plans to grow the network of infrastructure in the Black Country, secure increased external funding, and become a centre of excellence for transport professionals. We are seeking an experienced and forward‑thinking Principal Transport Planner to contribute to transport strategy, policy, active travel, innovation and the development of major transport programmes on behalf of the four Black Country local authorities. This role offers the opportunity to help shape long‑term transport policy and deliver tangible improvements for residents, businesses and visitors. The successful candidate will have an appropriate degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline, and a post graduate qualification or equivalent experience. Experience within a transport strategy and policy environment is essential along with a detailed knowledge of planning and transport legislation and functions. Experience working within the transport, regeneration and planning sector is required, alongside experience of project management and business case development. Understanding project delivery and acceptance processes within a local government is also essential. Why Join Us? Make a real difference – shape transport systems that improve health, accessibility, safety and opportunity for Black Country communities Work at scale – lead strategic projects that cross local authority boundaries and have regional impact Influence and leadership – operate at a senior level, working closely with directors, elected members and regional partners Innovation with purpose – help deliver new approaches and technologies that support sustainable, future‑ready transport Supportive public‑sector environment – be part of a collaborative, values‑driven organisation committed to professional development and public service For full details of the responsibilities and requirements of this role please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Should you wish to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Marianne Page, Black Country Head of Strategic Transport: Marianne.Page@blackcountrytransport.org.uk Our working arrangements All council roles are allocated to either a fixed, field or flexible work style. Some roles are agi…
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