Community Transport Officer

Hampshire County Council; Abbots Worthy; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a dedicated individual to manage community transport contracts effectively. You will collaborate closely with operators to ensure service delivery that meets resident needs and work on new projects as part of a dynamic team. This position demands strong communication skills and the ability to manage workloads independently. The role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for training and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Internal development programmes

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience managing tendering, evaluation, and contract award.
• Ability to monitor performance of transport services.
• Skills in managing workload with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage community transport contracts and ensure service delivery.
• Work collaboratively with community transport operators.
• Deliver new services and projects as part of the team.

Skills

Experience in procuring services

Contract management

Good communication skills

Job description

You will be working as part of the Community Transport and Contracts Team to deliver a joined up and effective 'Connect Service' offering in Hampshire. Your focus will be on the delivery of community transport contracts, working closely with operators to ensure effective and reliable service delivery that best meets the needs of Hampshire residents. You will also have the opportunity to work as part of a team to deliver new services, projects or work area including elements of our community-led grant streams. You will work closely with Children's Services Directorate through your role in managing the processes associated with the passenger transport Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS). The role will require close partnership working and regular collaboration with community transport operators as well as Borough/ District and Parish Councils.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.

The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of procuring services (including managing tendering, evaluation and contract award); ongoing contract management, negotiation and contract variations; as well as monitoring the performance of schemes, projects or transport services.

The successful candidate will be required to manage their workload effectively with limited supervision and be a team player.

Good communication skills and a track record of working with other teams or organisations in partnership would be an advantage.

Hampshire County Council is recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK. A modern, forward-looking local authority, it offers a pleasant, supportive, and collaborative working environment.

Hampshire County Council is also a flexible employer interested in making the most of your skills and offers a great work life balance. We invest in you through our internal development programmes and training and offer a competitive salary and benefits package.