School Transport & Contracts Officer

West Lothian Council; Bathgate; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

West Lothian Council is seeking a Passenger Transport Co-ordinator in Bathgate to support the Passenger Transport Service. The role covers home to school, social care and public transport, ensuring services operate efficiently for residents of West Lothian.

You will manage journey planning, contract design, procurement and contract payment, with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail. Experience in contract management is essential, and a commitment to a diverse workforce is welcomed.

Qualifications

• Experience in contract management and monitoring.
• Ability to plan journeys and oversee procurement.
• Attention to detail and accuracy are essential.
• Commitment to a diverse workforce and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Undertake journey planning and contract design for transport services.
• Manage procurement and contract payment processes for various services.
• Deliver staff training to defined standards in transport operations.

Skills

Contract management

Journey planning

Procurement

Contract design

Staff training

Attention to detail

Job description

West Lothian Council is seeking a Passenger Transport Co-ordinator in Bathgate to support the Passenger Transport Service. The role covers home to school, social care and public transport, ensuring services operate efficiently for residents of West Lothian.

You will manage journey planning, contract design, procurement and contract payment, with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail. Experience in contract management is essential, and a commitment to a diverse workforce is welcomed.