Town's Main Administrator Overseeing Transportation Matters
Sustrans Scotland, a leading organisation committed to promoting active and sustainable travel, is currently seeking a Principal Mobility Planner to lead its Transport Planning function. The role, which requires a strong focus on sustainable transport planning and program leadership within the Scottish context, offers exciting, impactful projects that will stretch and empower employees.
The Principal Mobility Planner will be responsible for leading Sustrans Scotland’s Transport Planning function, supporting the delivery of transport planning programmes, and providing planning advice relevant to sustainable and active travel. The role also involves engaging with stakeholders across local and national levels, overseeing and coordinating project outputs, and monitoring and advising on transport policy and strategy relevant to Scotland.
Key responsibilities include acting as a senior lead for transport planning within the organisation, providing expertise and leadership on mobility and transport planning, managing projects, and ensuring successful delivery. Strategic input into policies and sustainable transport initiatives, collaboration across teams and with external partners, and mentoring junior staff to help build capacity in transport planning are also essential aspects of the role.
To be eligible for the Principal Mobility Planner position, candidates must have extensive experience in transport and mobility planning, particularly within Scotland. Proven leadership and project management skills, the ability to navigate complex policy environments, strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, and knowledge of sustainable transport trends and policy drivers in Scotland are essential requirements.
Candidates should also have a transportation and/or planning background, proven experience in leading, motivating, and managing a multi-functional team, and the ability to build good relationships with various stakeholders. The applicant should also have finely honed communication skills and the ability to develop active travel & integrated transport planning strategies.
The job listing was available with a closing date around early July 2025, indicating the application deadline is likely imminent or passed as of July 7, 2025. Interviews will take place in person at the Edinburgh office in the week commencing 4th August 2025. If unable to attend in person, an alternative arrangement can be requested.
Sustrans Scotland offers a comprehensive financial package, including a personal pension scheme, bike, computer, and season ticket loans, discount benefits, and a London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 for those living within a London Borough. The organisation also offers family-friendly benefits such as enhanced maternity and paternity pay, flexible working practices, and full-time hours of 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday.
Sustrans Scotland is a truly inclusive employer and welcomes applications from under-represented groups. The organisation aims to be a society where the way we travel creates healthier places and happier lives for everyone. It encourages questioning the status quo and daring to imagine a different world.
For more information about the Principal Mobility Planner role or to apply, candidates are advised to contact the recruitment team directly or check Sustrans' official job announcement channels for the latest updates.
The Principal Mobility Planner will implement transport planning programs and provide planning advice for sustainable and active travel, utilizing their expertise in technology and self-development for strategic input and sustainable transport initiatives. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders, including those in education-and-self-development sectors, to support the creation of an inclusive, healthy, and sustainable transport environment.
