Transport Planning

Thank you for your interest in applying for this TfL apprenticeship Scheme.

We’d like to remind you that you must ensure you’re eligible for this scheme before applying. Please read through the eligibility criteria below carefully and ensure that you’re eligible before you apply.

This application will also contain a series of questions to establish whether you’re eligible. It’s important you take great care in reading and answering these questions, as we’ll not be able to revert your application if an error is made.

Please note: we only allow one application for any of our schemes per year. Any subsequent applications will be withdrawn.

Level
3

Apprentice Standard
Transport Planning Technician Level 3

Location

London (there might be some hybrid working involved depending on a placement)

Duration

Three years

Salary

£20,181

Fun Fact / Quote / Things to consider / What makes us different?

Be involved in the vital planning, research and analysis shaping the future of transport in London.

Job overview

TfL's transport planners are responsible for ensuring that the millions of journeys made every single day in London are safe, reliable, and sustainable.  With London’s population ever-increasing, it’s more important than ever that we deliver transport networks that encourage active travel (walking, cycling and public transport), improve air quality, and reduce the numbers of private cars on the roads.  It takes a range of disciplines to make these changes happen, including engineering, data analysis, computer modelling, project management and public communications – all of which you’ll get to engage with on this apprenticeship.

What will I be doing?

As an apprentice, your three-year development programme will be made up of at least five six-month placement rotations. Our aim is to equip you with the range of skills and experience you need for your successful career. We also understand that everyone’s career is different, so every apprentice’s journey is unique. Here’s an idea of some placements you could complete:

Planning Projects â€“ conducting research and data analysis to support some of London’s major growth and redevelopment projects and ensure these contribute to a sustainable transport system.

Bus Network Planning â€“ assessing the performance of TfL’s bus routes; consulting the public and using data to identify performance improvements.

Investment Delivery Planning â€“ overseeing the delivery of projects on TfL’s own road network and other assets and working with boroughs to deliver change on their own highways and transport networks.

Network Performance Delivery â€“ monitoring and adjusting traffic signal timings in real-time across London; collecting data and constructing computer models to test new scenarios and proposals on TfL roads.

The above are just a few examples, and we also offer placements in a range of different areas such as Strategic Demand Forecast Modelling, Geographic Information Systems, and Development Planning, amongst others.  Placements are flexible, taking into account business needs and each apprentice’s unique strengths, interests and study requirements. 

Where can this career take me?

Upon successful completion of this scheme, you’ll be eligible to apply for a range of roles across various planning departments, including, but not limited to:

• Assistant Planner
• Assistant Project Sponsor
• Network Performance Officer, amongst others. 

Any of these roles could see you progress into more senior positions as you develop your knowledge, skills and experience.

Successful completion of the scheme will also grant you membership of the Chartered Institute of Highways and Transportation (CIHT), which could lead to further opportunities both inside and outside TfL. 

 What training and support will you get?

You’ll be working towards a Level 3 BTEC Transport Planning Technician qualification.  Typically, you’ll be required to attend college four times per year, in blocks of 1-2 weeks.

Whilst on the scheme, we’ll support your technical development through a wide range of on-the-job practical experiences and placements.  We’ll also support your professional development through a combination of online training courses, mentoring and structured networking opportunities. You’ll receive one-to-one support throughout the programme from your scheme sponsor and your line manager. You’ll also be connected to a ‘buddy’ who will be a more experienced apprentice from the scheme. 

You’ll also have opportunities to complete additional training courses. These will vary from soft skills training to technical skills training.  

What do we look for?

Our talented apprentices form a vital part of our vision for the future, so it’s important that we find the best people to help us deliver for London. We’re looking for people who are:

• Inquisitive and enthusiastic        
• Passionate about our vision
• Good at problem solving

As a member of the team, we’ll give you responsibility and the opportunity to add value.  If you’re excited by inspiring and influencing the future of London, then this is the career path for you.