Principal Integrated Transport Officer
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: HC10 £46,142 – £50,269
Contract: Permanent
Location: Hereford
Job Overview
Lead the development and delivery of integrated transport strategies and projects across Herefordshire, ensuring sustainable connectivity and smart investment for the valued community.
Responsibilities
- 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, developing successful bids for DfT streams.
- Work closely with partners including 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 to inform key decisions.
- Engage with the public and stakeholders to develop transport solutions that reflect local needs.
- Support and guide colleagues, contributing to a collaborative team environment.
Qualifications
- Degree (or equivalent) and a relevant professional qualification in transport, planning or related field.
- Experience in transport planning, policy development or active travel delivery.
- Good understanding of national transport policy and funding opportunities.
- Experience of managing projects, budgets and external consultants.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to analyse information and turn ideas into practical solutions.
- Collaborative and supportive approach to working with colleagues and partners.
Benefits
- Salary range £46,142 – £50,269 (HC10).
- Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
- Clear career progression pathways.
- Annual leave: 31 days pro rata, plus bank holidays (additional days available during request period).
- Flexible working options, including part‑time and agile working.
- Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support and counselling.
- Professional membership fee reimbursement.
- Access to retail, leisure, holiday and health benefits with savings, cashback and discounts.
Equal Opportunities
Herefordshire Council is committed to strengthening a diverse and inclusive work environment; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments are available where needed.
Reasonable Adjustments
Requests for reasonable adjustments or alternative application methods should be made to enquiries@hoopleresourcing.co.uk.
Commitments and Covenants
We adhere to the Disability Confident scheme, the Armed Forces Covenant and support for Herefordshire care leavers. The role requires an up‑to‑date Disclosure and Barring Service check.
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