Transport Policy Project Officer: Shape sustainable transit

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirklees Council in West Yorkshire is seeking an ambitious Transport Policy Project Officer to lead the development of transport policy and support the Council's growth and sustainability goals.

You will develop local transport policy, collaborate with WYCA and transport operators, and help shape safer, accessible travel across urban and rural areas. This role focuses on delivering integrated transport solutions for communities.

Qualifications

• Experience in applying or developing policy related to transport.
• Experience of partnership working with multiple stakeholders.
• Passion for sustainability and accessible transport linkages.

Responsibilities

• Develop transport policies such as local plans and transport themes.
• Advocate for funding across bus, rail, mass transit and shared transport.
• Organise and facilitate stakeholder workshops to build consensus.
• Build effective relationships with stakeholders across Council services and partners.

Skills

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Sustainability focus

Transport policy

Job description

Kirklees Council in West Yorkshire is seeking an ambitious Transport Policy Project Officer to lead the development of transport policy and support the Council's growth and sustainability goals.

You will develop local transport policy, collaborate with WYCA and transport operators, and help shape safer, accessible travel across urban and rural areas. This role focuses on delivering integrated transport solutions for communities.