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 or