Apprentice (Transport Planner) Degree

Learn the principles and techniques used to evaluate the impact of transport planning on society and the environment taking account of business, client and end user needs in its construction, management and use.
• Learn to think about transport strategically across a local, regional and national capacity and understand the importance of transport linking people to places, employment, education and opportunity.
• Learn to understand the mechanisms for seeking funding for transport projects, including the communication, monitoring and evaluation of transport projects in line with grant funding agreements in a local, regional and national capacity.
• Develop skills in mathematical, scientific, strategic, programming, planning and engineering principles, methods and modelling that underpin the development, design and delivery of major transport projects.
• Develop communication, presentation and public consultation skills in writing, in person, online and learn to adapt your methods to varying stakeholders.

Training:

Remote delivery via North Eastern University London.

Training Outcome:

There will be opportunities for progression both during and on completion of the apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
Durham County Council is the largest council in the North East, we employ over 16,000 people and have a budget of around £1.3 billion which helps us provide services for more than 513,000 people. We are a forward-looking council and recognise that we need passionate people who share our enthusiasm to deliver fantastic services to the people of County Durham.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5pm but hybrid and flexible working is available

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Problem solving skills,Team working