Sustainable Travel Manager

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sustainable Travel Manager to spearhead initiatives aimed at enhancing public transport use and reducing carbon emissions. This role involves collaborating with stakeholders to develop and implement the Colleague Surface Access Strategy, ensuring timely delivery of projects while managing third-party suppliers. Ideal candidates will possess strong project management skills and a background in transport planning. Join this forward-thinking organization and contribute to shaping sustainable travel solutions that positively impact the community and environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport planning within a regulated business environment.
• Strong project management skills and ability to handle multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the Colleague Surface Access Strategy.
• Manage stakeholder engagement and promote sustainable travel initiatives.
• Deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget.

Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Management

Data Analysis

Transport Planning

Behavior Change Initiatives

Education

Degree Level Education

Postgraduate Qualification

Job description

Job Title: Sustainable Travel Manager

Surface Access is crucial for Heathrow’s growth and meeting its sustainability goals, particularly in carbon reduction, air quality, colleague travel, and increasing public transport use.

The Sustainable Travel Manager supports the Surface Access team by developing strategies and initiatives to achieve public transport targets set in Heathrow 2.0. The role involves engaging stakeholders and Team Heathrow to meet surface access goals, analyzing data to identify effective interventions for promoting sustainable travel, and supporting the Route Development Lead in improving bus and coach services to Heathrow. Additionally, the role enhances the active travel network, car share schemes, and cycle hub, contributing to long-term strategy development.

1. Develop the Colleague Surface Access Strategy by synthesizing data and analytical models, providing technical support for strategy development.
2. Deliver the Colleague Surface Access Strategy, project managing and coordinating initiatives within the travel strategy, and managing schemes and suppliers.
3. Manage stakeholder engagement and Team Heathrow involvement to achieve surface access targets, including engagement with bus and coach operators to improve services to Heathrow.
4. Communicate and promote sustainable travel initiatives to increase awareness through various platforms, including leading the Way2Go roadshow programme.
5. Educated to degree level or equivalent; postgraduate qualifications are desirable.
6. Develop work programmes and implement behavioural change initiatives.
7. Deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget, demonstrating strong project management skills.
8. Manage third-party suppliers and consultants to support delivery activities and ensure value for money.
9. Manage stakeholders and work proactively in a demanding environment, handling multiple projects simultaneously.

Ideally, you will have:

• Experience in transport planning, particularly within a regulated business environment.
• Experience in travel management and major behaviour change programmes.