About The Role
Job Title: Principal Integrated Transport OfficerHours: 37 hours per weekSalary: HC10 £46,142 – £50,269Contract: PermanentLocation: HerefordClosing date: 19/06/2026
Introduction
The Transport planning team delivers better experiences for passengers, residents and businesses, improving connectivity. The role requires building alliances across council departments and external agencies, leading intelligence‑driven investment decisions for DfT funding streams.
The Role
You will play a key role in shaping how people move around Herefordshire, delivering transport and active travel initiatives that benefit residents, businesses and visitors.
What will you be doing?
- Lead the delivery of the integrated transport elements of the Local Transport Plan.
- Drive the Local Cycling, Walking and Wheeling Infrastructure Plan (LCWWIP).
- Identify and secure funding opportunities, and develop successful bids.
- Work closely with partners such as Active Travel England, local stakeholders, and community groups.
- Commission and manage projects and consultants, ensuring high‑quality delivery and value for money.
- Provide expert advice to senior officers and elected members.
- Engage the public and stakeholders to develop transport solutions reflecting local needs.
- Support and guide colleagues for a positive team environment.
About You
- A degree (or equivalent experience) and a relevant professional qualification in transport, planning or a related field.
- Experience in transport planning, policy development or active travel delivery.
- A good understanding of national transport policy and funding opportunities.
- Experience managing projects, budgets and external consultants.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- The ability to analyse information and turn ideas into practical solutions.
- A collaborative and supportive approach to working with colleagues and partners.
We Offer
- Salary range of £46,142 – £50,269 (HC10).
- Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
- Career progression: clear pathways to progress.
- Annual Leave: 31 days pro rata plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 10 days per annum.
- Flexible working: including job‑sharing, part‑time hours and agile working.
- Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 access to support and counselling.
- Payment of professional membership fees (based on role requirements).
- Access to retail, leisure, holiday and health benefits.
Commitments and Statutory Obligations
- Applicants who indicate disability may be selected for interview under our Disability Confident scheme.
- Applicants who indicate being an Armed Forces Veteran or Reservist may be selected for interview under the Armed Forces Covenant.
- Applicants who indicate being a Herefordshire care leaver may be selected for interview under our support for young people leaving care.
Reasonable Adjustments
If you require any reasonable adjustments or alternative methods for the online application process, please contact the recruitment team by email: enquiries@hoopleresourcing.co.uk.
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