Community Transport Officer

Hampshire County Council; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector authority in Winchester seeks a Community Transport Officer to manage community transport contracts, ensuring effective service delivery to residents. The role involves working closely with various stakeholders and requires strong skills in contract management and negotiation. Successful candidates will be team players with good communication skills, and the position offers opportunities for professional development and a competitive salary. Flexible working arrangements are also supported.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Professional development programs

Flexible work-life balance

Qualifications

• Experience in procuring services and managing tendering processes.
• Ability to manage workload with limited supervision.
• Track record of collaborative work with teams or organizations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver community transport contracts in collaboration with operators.
• Participate in the delivery of new services and projects.
• Monitor performance of transport services and projects.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Community Transport Officer

Job Reference: HCC622981
Salary Range: £40,643 - £45,077 per annum
Work Location: Elizabeth II Court, Winchester (Hybrid Working)
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Temporary until 31 December 2026
Closing Date: 4 January 2026
Interview Date: w/c 19 January 2026

The Role:

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.

What you’ll do:

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.

What we’re looking for:

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.

This role is subject to a Criminal Records Check.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

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