Strategic Transport Lead

Matchtech; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport organization in the UK is looking for a seasoned professional to lead in developing transport plans and strategies. This role requires collaboration with stakeholders to enhance rural transport and implement innovative solutions, aligning with sustainability goals. If you possess strong leadership and communication skills, apply now to contribute to meaningful transport advancements.

Qualifications

• Experience in transportation and transport-related roles.
• Strong understanding of transport plans and strategies.
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and maintenance of the Local Transport Plan.
• Facilitate policy objectives and manage transport budgets.
• Serve as the main contact for stakeholders and transport operators.

Skills

Transportation Experience

Stakeholder Collaboration

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Innovative Solution Development

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development, approval, and maintenance of the Local Transport Plan, ensuring alignment with other regional strategies.
• Define, gain approval for, and adopt the Key Route Network (KRN) for the client in collaboration with constituent authorities.
• Facilitate the delivery of KRN policy objectives by securing additional resources, monitoring improvements, and reporting on economic growth and productivity impacts.
• Develop and facilitate the Mayoral Rural Transport Group, managing budgets for transport projects.
• Innovate transport solutions to enhance accessibility and connectivity in rural environments.
• Commission and oversee the delivery of LTA transport schemes.
• Act as the senior adviser to the MCCA Transport Board, ensuring effective reporting and stakeholder engagement.
• Work closely with local authorities, businesses, communities, government departments, and stakeholders.
• Lead the Enhanced Bus Partnership and coordinate public transport funding programmes.
• Develop and implement a decarbonisation strategy for transport with stakeholders and transport operators.
• Serve as the main contact for partners, stakeholders, and transport operators.
• Advise and brief the Mayor and elected officials on strategy and programme performance.
• Represent the client at various committees and forums professionally.
• Undertake other duties relevant at this level.

Job Requirements:

• Experience in transportation and transport-related roles.
• Strong understanding of developing and maintaining transport plans and strategies.
• Proven ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders and constituent authorities.
• Experience in securing and managing funding for transport projects.
• Knowledge of rural transport and the capacity to develop innovative solutions in such environments.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to advise and brief high-level officials on complex transport issues.
• Understanding of decarbonisation strategies within the transport sector.

If you are a seasoned professional with a passion for sustainable and efficient transport systems, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's team and contribute to meaningful transport advancements.