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Penguin Recruitment Ltd is hiring: Assistant Planner/Town Planner in Bristol

Penguin Recruitment Ltd, Bristol, VA, United States


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 schemes

Requirements

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 learn

What’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 environment

Benefits 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 scheme

This 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 01792 362 010 or josh.jones@penguinrecruitment.co.uk

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