Job Title: Assistant Planner / Town Planner
Location: Bristol
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a specialist environmental and planning consultancy in their search for an Assistant Planner or Town Planner to join their growing team.
About the Company:
This dynamic and forward-thinking consultancy specialises in delivering planning and environmental solutions across the infrastructure, energy, and renewables sectors. With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, they work on a wide range of projects including renewable energy developments, utilities, and major infrastructure schemes across the UK.
The Role:
This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Planner or Town Planner to develop their career within a supportive and technically strong team. You will be involved in a variety of projects within the energy and infrastructure sectors, supporting the delivery of planning applications, environmental assessments, and consenting strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the preparation and submission of planning applications and consents
Assist with Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and related documentation
Undertake planning research, policy reviews, and site appraisals
Contribute to planning statements, reports, and supporting documents
Liaise with clients, local authorities, and multidisciplinary teams
Support project delivery across energy, renewables, and infrastructure schemesRequirements:
Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline
Previous experience in consultancy or a relevant planning environment
Interest in infrastructure, energy, and renewable sectors
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Organised, proactive, and keen to learnWhat's on Offer:
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunity to work on impactful infrastructure and renewable energy projects
Strong focus on career development and mentoring
Exposure to a technically diverse and growing sector
Flexible and supportive working environmentBenefits Include:
Generous annual leave + bank holidays
Pension scheme
Flexible working arrangements
Professional development and CPD support
Employee assistance programme
Cycle to work scheme
Staff referral bonus schemeThis is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Planner or Town Planner to build a career within the fast-growing infrastructure and renewable energy sector, contributing to projects that support the UK's transition to a more sustainable future.
Interested?
The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
