Transport Strategy Officer

Neath Port Talbot Council; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Wales seeks a Transport Strategy Officer to innovate transport strategies across South West Wales. Responsibilities include championing sustainable travel, applying for funding, and working on transport initiatives. Applicants must have relevant qualifications and a passion for improving community transport. The role offers a hybrid working model and competitive benefits.

Benefits

22.4% employer pension contribution

25 days holiday, increasing to 32

Access to discounted gym membership

Cycle to work scheme

Purchase a new car via salary sacrifice

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 GCSEs (including Maths and English at Grades A-C).
• BTEC Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant field like transport planning, engineering, or environment.

Responsibilities

• Champion walking and cycling initiatives.
• Shape and update cycling plans with focus on innovation.
• Work hands-on with transport initiatives from concept to implementation.

Skills

Transport planning

Innovation in transport solutions

Public engagement

Education

Minimum 7 GCSEs including Maths and English

BTEC Level 3 in transport planning or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Transport Strategy Officer

Job description

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 37hrs Full Time

Working Style: Mobile Hybrid

Ready to shape the future of transport in Neath Port Talbot and beyond? This is your chance to make a real impact!

We are on the lookout for an energetic and visionary Transport Strategy Officer to help drive innovative change across our communities. Youll work side-by-side with passionate leaders to craft and deliver modern, sustainable transport strategies and policies—not just for Neath Port Talbot, but for the entire South West Wales region. Imagine developing creative solutions that get people walking and cycling that will transform how people move, live, and connect.

Responsibilities

• Champion walking and cycling, bringing the vision of safer, greener travel to life
• Shape and update future walking and cycling plans with a focus on innovation and progress
• Work hands-on with exciting transport initiatives, from concept to implementation
• Help apply for funding to unlock the next generation of transport projects

About you

We are looking for curious minds and bold thinkers. Minimum 7 GCSEs (including Maths and English at Grades A-C), plus a BTEC Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant field like transport planning, engineering, or environment.

About us

We believe in rewarding and recognising our colleagues efforts and achievements. We also believe that there is life at work and life outside of work. We want everyone to be healthy and happy and have the financial resources and support they need. Choose to work for us and youll be rewarded with a range of attractive benefits and support to help you live your best life.

• Hybrid working (in some roles) and flexible working schemes to improve your work life balance
• Competitive employee package with a remarkable 22.4% employer pension contribution
• Holiday entitlement of 25 days, increasing to 32 days after 5 years of service, plus 8 bank holidays
• Access discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure
• Cycle to work scheme with up to 40% off bikes and cycling equipment
• Purchase a new car through Tusker salary sacrifice scheme
• Exclusive discounts at local and national retailers with the Smart Spend app through our staff wellbeing group

If you would like to start a rewarding career with a company that values and invests in its employees and you have the necessary experience and qualifications, this could be your dream job and we would love to hear from you.

How to contact

For an informal discussion, please contact Laura Pack on 01639 686512 or Hasan Hasan on 07805 013727, or email [e-mail] / [e-mail].

DBS requirements

This post is not subject to a DBS check or

Neath Port Talbot Council is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our schools/employees are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people/vulnerable adults and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing.

The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected.

Welsh Language Requirements

Welsh Language skills are not required

Additional Information

Applications may be submitted in Welsh; applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have a disability and armed forces veterans. In support of employees of Tata Steel who are at risk of redundancy, or have been made redundant in 2024, Neath Port Talbot Council is offering a guaranteed interview for jobs across the Council. Please note that applicants must meet all the essential criteria, as shown in the person specification, to qualify for a guaranteed interview. If you are or going to be affected by the job losses at Tata Steel then we would welcome an application from you. Just make it known on your application form that you are currently at risk of redundancy or you have been made redundant.

At Team NPT, we all work together to serve the people, communities and businesses of Neath Port Talbot. We are committed to providing training opportunities and the professional development of all our employees. We look forward to welcoming you to Team NPT.