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Public Transport Network Delivery Manager
* Location: Huntingdon/Hybrid
* Contract: Permanent
* Salary Range: NJC Grade 14 from £53,895 per annum
* Hours: Full Time
* Closing Date: 9am on the 19th August.
Please note: We may close early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out.
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced leader to oversee the planning and delivery of contracted bus services across the region. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on collaboration, contract management, and improving public transport outcomes for communities.
The role will work in the Public Transport Team, as part of the Place and Connectivity Directorate. You will report into the Assistant Director for Public Transport.
What you’ll be doing:
* Leading the delivery of contracted bus services and advising on the commercial network.
* Managing procurement processes and contracts with bus operators to ensure high-quality service delivery.
* Overseeing timetable planning and service expansion opportunities.
* Monitoring performance and reporting progress to senior stakeholders and committees.
* Acting as the lead expert on bus service delivery and governance models.
* Liaising with regulatory bodies including VOSA and the Traffic Commissioner’s Office.
What we're looking for
We’re looking for someone with:
* Education to a degree level or equivalent experience working at a commensurate level.
* Extensive experience in bus service delivery, ideally through contracted mechanisms.
* Strong contract management and procurement skills.
* Proven ability to lead teams and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders.
* Excellent analytical, reporting, and communication skills.
* Knowledge of transport policy, funding, and governance within local or central government.
* A strategic mindset with the ability to drive service improvements and innovation.
Why Join Us?
What we offer:
* A leadership role with real impact on regional transport services
* Be part of a forward-thinking team making a regional impact.
* A role centred on creativity, collaboration, and community impact.
* Opportunities for personal development and continuous learning.
* The chance to work at the heart of public transport transformation
Please email your CV and covering letter to recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk. Your covering letter must demonstrate how you meet the Knowledge, Skills, and Experience outlined in the job description. Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.
In this role, you will need to work from our Huntingdon office, at least 1-2 days/week.
* Closing date: 9am on the 19th August
* Please note: this is the closing date for this vacancy; other job sites may display a different date.
* Interviews will be held w/c 1st September, in our Huntingdon office.
We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
This role does not offer visa sponsorship. You must have an existing and valid right to work in the UK at the time of application.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and proud supporters of the Care Leavers Covenant and Armed Forces Covenant.
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