Access and Active Travel Planner

The purpose of this role is to be the Council’s lead on the provision of support and advice for access to the countryside and active travel.

You will work as part of the Development and Marine Planning Team and will be involved in the development of policy and projects and a key contact for the community and stakeholders on matters associated with outdoor access and active travel.

We are looking for a professional who is knowledgeable and has an established understanding of outdoor access and active travel with experience of policy drafting and monitoring, relevant Scottish Legislation as well as in the development of projects from concept to construction.

The role involves working across the Council and with partners to promote and aid sustainable travel and the enjoyment of the outdoors.

The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants.

This post requires a Level 1 Disclosure check

Interview expenses are payable for this post, click here for further information.

Relocation package is available in line with Council Policy for this post, click here for the Relocation Policy.

Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 10 January 2027, with shortlisting taking place week commencing 11 January 2027 and interviews are scheduled for week commencing 25 January 2027.

For a discussion about the role, contact Susan Shearer at [email protected] or on 01856 873535.

Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.