Overview
As a Senior Passenger Transport Officer, you will lead, support and continuously develop a team responsible for bus stops and shelters, real-time passenger information systems, and age and disability bus pass schemes. You will manage daily operations and play an active role in driving projects that introduce innovative improvements to passenger transport services across the county. You will also play a key role in the ongoing operation and development of the Arle Court Transport Hub – a flagship £33m facility that connects local bus networks with national coach services, and you will help shape its future growth.
Responsibilities
* Lead, support and develop the passenger transport team
* Oversee bus stops and shelters
* Manage real-time passenger information systems
* Manage age and disability bus pass schemes
* Drive projects that introduce innovative improvements to passenger transport services across the county
* Operate and develop the Arle Court Transport Hub and contribute to its growth
Requirements
* Proven experience in public transport provision
* Strong leadership and team development skills
* The ability to manage operational delivery while contributing to strategic improvements
* Experience of working within or alongside local government would be highly beneficial
Working Arrangements
Flexible and agile working opportunities are available. Hybrid working arrangements are available for the majority of our roles, allowing a mix of remote and office working.
Legal Requirements
The council is not currently able to offer sponsorship in this role. Candidates will need to have the right to work that enables them to commit to at least 6 months' employment. Right to work is not transferable from a sponsored role held with another employer.
It is a legal requirement, under the Immigration Act 2016, that anyone appointed to a 'customer facing role' must be able to demonstrate an ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in fluent English.
Benefits
* 25.5 days annual leave, rising to 30.5 days after 5 years' service
* Option to purchase up to 10 days of additional leave per year
* Family-friendly employer policies
* Career development and qualification opportunities
* Positive and supportive working environment with regular, robust supervision
* Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) membership
* Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for confidential advice 24/7
* Occupational Health support
* Employee discount scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
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