Assistant Planner

Marketing Statement

A career at TransLink and our family of companies means working with people with a wide range of skills and perspectives, all teaming up towards a common goal: preserving and enhancing the region's world-envied quality of life. Together, we connect the region and enhance its livability by providing a sustainable transit and transportation network, embraced by our communities and people.

At TransLink we are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live. We're committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace, recognizing the unique value and skills every individual brings.

Looking for a great place to work where your contributions are valued and you can make a difference in a vibrant city? At TransLink, one of BC's Top Employers, you'll help make Metro Vancouver a better place to live, built on transportation excellence. Put your future in motion

Responsibilities

The Assistant Transportation Planner provides basic transportation planning knowledge and inputs to support the development of long-term and short-term transit and transportation plans and strategies and participates in planning projects.

Liaises with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate and support the delivery of TransLink projects. Provides assistance in the development of initiatives and supports planning activities.

Assists with planning and coordination of TransLink's programs and contracted services.

Qualifications

Requires completion of a university degree in Urban Planning/Design, Planning, Engineering, Public Policy or a related discipline. Minimum of one (1) year experience either in a transportation planning environment or other similar environment requiring application of core planning skills such as conducting research, analyzing data and/or visualizing data to inform structured decision-making processes and plan development, or public and stakeholder engagement. A further period of one (1) year is required on the job to become familiar with TransLink's policies, procedures, plans and project initiatives.

Other Information

This role will be supporting the Transit Network Management team which is responsible for developing near-term transit service plans and service changes for Metro Vancouver, ranging from annual and quarterly and up to 10-years time horizons.

Recruitment Process: An applicant will be required to demonstrate their suitability for this position by meeting the minimum level of qualifications and experience in order to be invited into the selection process. A standard interview format will be used including general, scenario and behavioural descriptive interview questions.

Work Schedule

37.5 hours per week.

This is a full-time temporary position for 11 months.

Work Designation

Hybrid

This position offers the flexibility of working both on-site and remotely within B.C.

Rate of Pay

Salary $6,918 - $8,309 per month (Actual salary offered will be commensurate with education, experience and internal parity).

The Total Compensation Package includes Extended Health, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan upon eligibility. Focus on your development through training, and mentorship programs. Enjoy a variety of health and wellness programs, including access to gym facilities. Speak to us to know more about what we offer.

How to Apply

Please click the 'Apply' button at the top right corner of the page or go to to apply for this position and view instructions on the process.

INSTRUCTIONS: Please save your (1) cover letter, and your (2) resume as one pdf document prior to uploading your application on-line.

Posting Date: December 18, 2025

Closing Date: Open until filled

Please note that only those short listed will be contacted.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

TransLink is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Learn more about TransLink's commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us

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