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Assistant / Transport Planner Bristol I'm currently working with a highly respected transport consultancy that is continuing to grow its Bristol team and is looking to appoint an Assistant Transport Planner or Transport Planner. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career transport planner to join a collaborative and supportive consultancy, working on a diverse range of development and infrastructure projects across the UK and internationally. The business has built a strong reputation for delivering innovative transport planning solutions for residential, commercial, mixed-use, education, logistics and major infrastructure schemes. With continued investment in the Bristol office, this role offers the chance to develop your technical skills, gain exposure to high-profile projects and work alongside experienced professionals who are committed to supporting career progression. The Opportunity As part of the transport planning team, you'll be involved in a wide variety of projects from day one, supporting the delivery of transport assessments, travel plans and technical analysis while developing your understanding of the planning and development process. This role offers excellent exposure to clients, local authorities and multidisciplinary project teams, making it an ideal opportunity for someone looking to accelerate their career within a leading consultancy environment. Key responsibilities will include: Assisting with the preparation of Transport Assessments, Transport Statements and Travel Plans Undertaking transport data analysis and interpretation Supporting the preparation of technical reports and client deliverables Assisting with junction capacity assessments and transport modelling work Liaising with clients, local authorities and project teams Contributing to project delivery across a variety of sectors Supporting senior team members on complex planning and development projects About You I'm keen to speak with candidates who have: A degree in Transport Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering, Planning or a related discipline Previous consultancy experience within transport planning (ideal but not essential for Assistant level) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication abilities A proactive attitude and willingness to learn An interest in development planning, transport strategy and sustainable travel What's on Offer? The opportunity to join a growing Bristol office with excellent long-term career prospects Exposure to a broad and varied project portfolio Structured training and mentoring from experienced professionals Support towards professional development and chartership where applicable Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Competitive salary and benefits package A supportive and collaborative working culture This opportunity would suit a graduate with some industry experience, an Assistant Transport Planner looking for the next step, or a Transport Planner seeking greater project exposure and career progression within a growing consultancy. Will Herman (phone number removed) Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor with strong civil engineering and NEC contract experience to join our commercial team on the HS2 programme in Milton Keynes. You will play a pivotal role in the financial and commercial management of complex infrastructure works, contributing to the successful delivery of one of the UK s most significant transport projects. Key Responsibilities Lead commercial management of multiple civils work packages including earthworks, drainage, utilities, highways and structures. Manage the administration of NEC3/NEC4 contracts: early warnings, change control and compensation events. Oversee subcontract management procurement, tendering, valuations, variations and final accounts. Provide accurate monthly cost reporting, forecasting and financial analysis to support project performance. Drive cost assurance and maintain compliance with project governance and HS2 commercial standards. Mentor and develop Quantity Surveyors and Assistant QS team members. Support claims preparation and contribute to dispute avoidance/resolution strategies if required. Engage collaboratively with project managers, planners, engineers, the client and stakeholders. Identify commercial risks/opportunities and propose cost-efficient solutions. Contribute to continual improvement in commercial processes and commercial delivery outcomes. Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Senior QS on major infrastructure or civil engineering projects. Strong NEC contract administration experience essential. Robust understanding of construction methodologies and commercial performance drivers for civils works. Excellent negotiation, communication and client-facing skills. Experienced in cost systems, MS Excel and contract management platforms (e.g., CEMAR). Qualifications Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or related field. Membership or progression toward RICS / ICES desirable. Full UK driving licence.

I am working with a Transport & Development Planning specialist with two offices in Reading & Birmingham. This consultancy is looking for an Assistant Transport Planner with 6 months to 18 months experience with the understanding of development planning schemes such as transport assessments and travel plans. As an Assistant Transport Planner, you will be given the opportunity to work on schemes such as Amusement Parks, New Schools and heritage sites. You will take the role of Assistant Transport Planner in Birmingham and join a direct team of 3 and wider team of 12. You'll be given the skillset to work with clients and stakeholders such as land-owners, developers, site operators, architects and other specialists in order to deliver the schemes across the UK and also perhaps learn new skills such as Transport Modelling or Traffic FLOW analysis. Assistant Transport Planner Requirements Drafting of Transport Assessments and Statements Understanding of Travel Plans Road collision data analysis Awareness of Junction capacity analysis (Junctions 10 & LinSig) Basic understanding of highway layouts and design (horizontal and vertical alignment) Experience of using TRICS database Experience of using AutoCAD and AutoTrack Understanding of using Census Data to understand and analyse existing travel patterns Relevant degree (or higher) level qualification and membership of a relevant professional body (MCIHT or similar) Demonstrable experience at a comparable level within transport planning in a consultancy or similar commercial environment Proven project delivery capabilities, along with project and client management skills Strong software modelling capabilities on relevant software packages such as ARCADY/PICADY/LINSIG. If interested in this role, but perhaps would like to find out more before formally applying, please contact Taylor Smith at Calibre Search Recruitment. Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.

Supply Chain Planner / Supply Chain Administrator Location: Birmingham (B62) Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum (DOE) Hours: Mon-Thu 08:00-17:00 Fri 08:00-14:00 (early finish!) Contract: Full-time, Permanent About the Business Join a large multinational manufacturing business with decades of success supplying products across the UK and Ireland. Known for innovation, reliability, and internal progression, this organisation offers a stable career path within a supportive and growing team. The Role As a Supply Chain Assistant, you will work closely with the Supply Manager and play a key role in ensuring the smooth flow of goods from UK suppliers. This is a fast-paced, detail-focused position where no two days look the same. You won't just be ordering stock - you'll be analysing trends, predicting demand, and keeping operations running like clockwork. Key Responsibilities Forecasting & Stock Planning: Analyse data, trends, lead times, and demand to calculate accurate stock requirements. Order Processing: Raise purchase orders via the ERP system, manage acknowledgements, and track progress through to goods receipt. Supplier Coordination: Liaise with UK suppliers to resolve price queries, confirm delivery dates, and coordinate shipments and collections. Data Management: Maintain arrival dates, ensure ERP accuracy, and update key supply chain information. Reporting: Produce weekly reports for internal teams and sales agents. General Support: Assist the Supply Manager with administrative tasks and ad-hoc projects. Who We're Looking For You'll thrive in this role if you enjoy structure, accuracy, and working at pace. Ideally, you are: A strong administrator with exceptional attention to detail Confident with numbers and comfortable interpreting data and trends Highly organised, proactive, and able to prioritise effectively An excellent communicator who builds strong working relationships Self-motivated and reliable, with a desire to grow in a supply chain environment Requirements Previous administrative experience (supply chain or procurement exposure is a bonus) Strong IT and ERP skills Ability to work efficiently in a busy office environment

A reliable and motivated Dispatch Operative, Dispatch Operator is required for our market leading, award winning engineering client based in the Aylesbury region commutable from Oxford. In return there is a excellent salary of circa £35k-£40k dependant on experience with excellent company benefits including generous annual company bonus, excellent pension scheme, gym facilities and healthcare in an established reputable company. Apply now! The ideal dispatch candidate will have the following key skills and experiences; Experience of working in dispatch operative, logistics and transport role eg dispatch operator transport assistant manager, transport planner, dispatch warehouse, dispatch coordinator, logistics planner or any transport, logistics, dispatch role with similar responsibilities Some Dispatch coordinating experience - speaking to customers and drivers, coordinating deliveries and delays dispatch, transport planning, logistics experience within plant hire, vehicle fleet, hire fleet, transport, dispatch engineering machinery, construction equipment or similar industries Full UK driving licence with own vehicle and based a commutable distance to Aylesbury daily (this role is not remote, part time or hybrid it is site based) FLT licence is desirable Good software skills, basic IT systems experience. Experience of either hire systems, hire databases or similar is desirable Excellent communication and organisation skills. You must have excellent attention to detail to accurately manage daily vehicle dispatch and returns, correctly and safely loading machinery, track vehicles and occasionally plan deliveries and collections worldwide with customers. Reliable, flexible character with a proactive can-do attitude This exciting dispatch deputy transport manager role would suit an enthusiastic and driven dispatch professional with good experience of managing stock, dispatching machinery efficiently, accurately checking and managing returned machinery, loading and unloading of vehicles and accurately tracking vehicles and plant equipment on the system. This logistics role also will support the transport manager when needed to control, plan and organise collections and deliveries UK wide, communicate with drivers and monitor delays, therefore offering great exposure and career growth, A full job description will be discussed and submitted to suitable dispatch coordinator candidates upon application. To apply please email your cv with salary expectations and availability and how you meet our client s stores manager criteria. Don't miss out! Dispatch operator, dispatch coordinator, dispatch operative, transport planner, logistics planner, assistant transport, deputy transport, transport coordinator, logistics coordinator

A reliable and motivated Dispatch Operative, Dispatch Operator is required for our market leading, award winning engineering client based in the Aylesbury region. In return there is a excellent salary of circa £35k-£40k dependant on experience with excellent company benefits including generous annual company bonus, excellent pension scheme, gym facilities and healthcare in an established reputable company. Apply now! The ideal dispatch candidate will have the following key skills and experiences; Experience of working in dispatch operative, logistics and transport role eg dispatch operator transport assistant manager, transport planner, dispatch warehouse, dispatch coordinator, logistics planner or any transport, logistics, dispatch role with similar responsibilities Some Dispatch coordinating experience - speaking to customers and drivers, coordinating deliveries and delays Dispatch, transport planning, logistics experience within plant hire, vehicle fleet, hire fleet, transport, dispatch engineering machinery, construction equipment or similar industries Full UK driving licence with own vehicle and based a commutable distance to Aylesbury daily (this role is not remote, part time or hybrid it is site based) FLT licence is desirable Good software skills, basic IT systems experience. Experience of either hire systems, hire databases or similar is desirable Excellent communication and organisation skills. You must have excellent attention to detail to accurately manage daily vehicle dispatch and returns, correctly and safely loading machinery, track vehicles and occasionally plan deliveries and collections worldwide with customers. Reliable, flexible character with a proactive can-do attitude This exciting dispatch deputy transport manager role would suit an enthusiastic and driven dispatch professional with good experience of managing stock, dispatching machinery efficiently, accurately checking and managing returned machinery, loading and unloading of vehicles and accurately tracking vehicles and plant equipment on the system. This logistics role also will support the transport manager when needed to control, plan and organise collections and deliveries UK wide, communicate with drivers and monitor delays, therefore offering great exposure and career growth, A full job description will be discussed and submitted to suitable dispatch coordinator candidates upon application. To apply please email your cv with salary expectations and availability and how you meet our client s stores manager criteria. Don't miss out! Dispatch operator, dispatch coordinator, dispatch operative, transport planner, logistics planner, assistant transport, deputy transport, transport coordinator, logistics coordinator