Transport Policy Team Manager

About us.

North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.

The role.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Transport Policy Manager to lead the Transport Policy Team. The Team is responsible for the development and review of the council’s transport policies and strategies alongside formulating the action plans and programmes to ensure they are delivered. The team develops concepts and funding bids for new schemes and works at all levels including with senior officers and members as well as regional and national partners to enable these to come to fruition. The team also inputs to transport comments on planning applications and commissions surveys to inform scheme development and evaluation.

In this role, you will; Lead on the development of new transport policies, steer our pipeline of new transport schemes and; Lead and manage a team of transport policy officers to achieve key objectives. You will also Work within Mayoral Strategic Authority processes and systems to ensure North Somerset plans and priorities are promoted and act to best represent North Somerset Council’s interests with stakeholders and partners.

Key responsibilities:

• Review and develop the Council’s transport policies and action plans.
• Ensure sub-regional policies/strategies reflect best interests of North Somerset.
• Transport policy input to the assessment and master planning of major planning applications/sites.
• Leading the development of complex transport schemes and our 3 year programme.
• Develop business cases for transport schemes ready for delivery through Local Transport Grant or Mayoral Strategic Authority funding.
• Commission transport modelling for appraisal of schemes and development.

Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.

Work style.

At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.

This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:

• 2-3 days in the office.
• Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.

About you.

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about Transport Planning, and who possesses the following skills and experience:

• Professional qualification e.g. MSc.
• Significant post qualification experience.
• Experience in governance and assurance processes at combined authorities.
• Practical experience in service development/delivery and leading others.
• Significant experience in commissioning and managing consultants and budgets.
• Technical knowledge relevant to the role.

What we offer.

At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.

We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Local Government Pension.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums.
• Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year.
• Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team.
• Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes.

Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.

How to apply.

If you share our vision and values and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.

Contact information.

For further information about the role, please contact Steve Thorne, Transport Planning Service Manager, at Steve.Thorne@n-somerset.gov.uk.

Important information.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.

Interview Date: TBC.

Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.

Using artificial intelligence (AI)

We want to understand the real person behind each application. While we recognise that some applicants may use AI tools, these should support your writing rather than replace your own voice. AI can be a helpful aid, but your personal insight and individuality are what matter most to us.

Equal opportunities.

At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.