Graduate/Assistant Town Planner Renewable Energy
Graduate / Assistant Town Planner – Renewable Energy & Data Centre Projects
Location: Edinburgh
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Sector: Renewable Energy | Data Centres | Planning & Development
Are you a motivated town planning professional looking to make your mark in the fast-growing renewable energy and data centre sectors?
We’re seeking a Graduate or Assistant Town Planner to join a forward-thinking development team working on exciting sustainable infrastructure projects across the UK.
About the Role
You’ll play a key role in identifying, assessing, and supporting the delivery of renewable energy and data centre development opportunities. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your planning expertise in a fast-paced commercial environment while contributing to projects that are helping shape a greener, more connected future.
Key Responsibilities
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Conduct front-end planning reviews of potential development sites, providing detailed, high-quality assessments for internal teams and investors.
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Carry out preliminary site assessments to evaluate suitability for development projects.
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Monitor local and planning policy to identify new business opportunities and inform project strategy.
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Provide desk-based studies, baseline data collection, and policy interpretation within agreed deadlines.
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Support public consultations and stakeholder engagement activities.
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Offer administrative and technical support to the Planning Manager.
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Maintain accurate project documentation, including plans, permits, and correspondence.
What We’re Looking For
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Degree-level education in Town Planning or a related discipline, ideally accredited by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI).
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RTPI Licentiate membership (or working towards it), with a desire to progress to full Chartered status.
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Strong analytical, research, and written communication skills.
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An interest in renewable energy, sustainability, and infrastructure development.
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A proactive, detail-oriented approach and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
What’s on Offer
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The opportunity to work on cutting-edge renewable energy and data centre projects.
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Support toward RTPI Chartered status and professional development.
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A collaborative and supportive environment where your ideas and initiative are valued.
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Competitive salary and benefits package.
If you’re passionate about sustainable development and want to grow your career in a sector that’s driving the UK’s net-zero transition, we’d love to hear from you