Public Transport Technician

Leicestershire County Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a full-time Public Transport Technician to support the Sustainable Travel Team in improving county bus services. You will maintain bus stop infrastructure and timetable information, with a vehicle provided for duties and daily checks.

The role requires independent work in outdoor settings, with flexibility for out-of-hours tasks when needed, and strong numeracy and IT skills to input data and analyse service information.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 (or GCSEs A-C) or equivalent; able to demonstrate public-facing experience.
• Full driving licence; applicants with >5 penalty points will not be considered.
• Good numeracy and data handling skills using Word/Excel.
• Physically able to install and inspect bus stop facilities.
• Health & Safety awareness; PPE use and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Install and audit bus stop facilities and information displays.
• Input and update information into databases and spreadsheets.
• Assist collection, manipulation and analysis of bus service data.
• Assist in producing roadside notices, timetables and waysides.

Skills

Numerical skills

Attention to detail

Public-facing experience

Driving licence

Independent working

Planning & prioritising

Education

NVQ Level 2 / GCSE A-C

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are looking to recruit a full time Public Transport Technician to join the Sustainable Travel Team. This role will support the delivery of improvements to public transport in the county. Leicestershire has a good commercial bus network, complemented by local bus services tendered by the Sustainable Travel Team including FoxConnect and taxi‑based demand responsive transport services. There are approximately 3,400 active bus stops and more than 800 bus shelters across the county. Additional government funding will further support improvements to public transport information and infrastructure. About the Role A key part of this role is to carry out a range of administrative tasks along with maintaining and monitoring bus stop infrastructure and public transport information provision. This role requires working independently in a lone working environment. Many of the tasks involve outdoor working and in all weather conditions. The successful post holder will be provided with a vehicle to undertake the duties of this post and will be required to conduct daily checks and inspections to ensure it is kept in a roadworthy condition. The postholder will need to comply with all Health and Safety legislation, safe systems of work, risk assessments, traffic management requirements to ensure personal safety and that of the general public and colleagues.

• Install and display roadside public transport information - install new flags, cases and town boards to poles and lamp columns and insert displays as relevant and replace/repair existing facilities such as perspex front sheets and information displays.
• To audit and inspect bus stops facilities including bus stop flags, shelters, hard standing and timetable cases.
• Input and update information gathered into databases and spreadsheets.
• Assist with the collection, manipulation and analysis of bus service data as required.
• Assist in the preparation and production of roadside publicity materials such as notices, timetables and waysides. Have NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) or English and Maths GCSE at Grade A-C or equivalent or able to demonstrate work experience in a public facing environment
• Hold a valid full driving licence (Applicants with more than 5 penalty points will not be considered)
• Have experience of using Microsoft Word and Excel or equivalent packages sufficient to input and organise data. Good numerical and attention to detail ability.
• Have experience of using manual and power tools e.g. drills, metal banding equipment to secure bus stop flags. Need to be physically able to meet mobility‑related duties e.g. fixing timetable cases and flags to poles; lifting equipment such as display cases.
• Have good awareness of Health & Safety issues and processes relevant to highway working. Must be willing to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and use other safety equipment.
• To be self‑motivated, able to work with minimal supervision and a demonstrable ability to use own initiative. Ability to plan and prioritise own workload.
• Have good geographical knowledge of the County. Ability to work flexibly, which may involve out of hours working.

In addition, we also expect you to share and to delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process. Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a . This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role. Interested in Flexible Working? We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term‑time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below.

About Leicestershire County Council

At Leicestershire County Council, we’re committed to making a real difference in people’s lives. Our aim is to work with communities and partners to deliver public services that make Leicestershire the best possible place to live and work for everyone. Our employees play a key role in supporting this goal and helping us deliver the vital services we provide to the people of Leicestershire. Whether you’re starting your career or looking for your next challenge, you’ll find a place with us where your ideas are valued, and your work has purpose. For further information on what it’s like to work for us and the benefits we offer, please refer to the following