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SalaryThis is an exciting and rewarding opportunity to lead the Transportation Planning Team as it develops an extensive and diverse programme of transport projects within Sandwell.
There has never been a more exciting period to be working in the transport planning sector in Sandwell. In partnership with the regional transport authority, Transport for West Midlands, Sandwell has secured funding from the City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement, the Active Travel Fund, and Towns Fund. This will deliver a combined programme of projects over the next five years that amounts to over £160m of investment, as we move towards decarbonising our transport network and addressing its impact on climate change.
The Transportation Planning Team leads on the development of projects ranging from new segregated cycle routes, through transport innovation and future mobility, to major junction upgrades as well as playing a part in the development of several public transport projects being promoted by TfWM. This includes the Wednesbury to Brierley Hill West Midlands Metro extension and infrastructure to support the Bus Service Improvement Plan.
The successful candidates will;
- Be responsible for the day to day management of the Transportation Planning Team.
- Lead on the development of Transportation Infrastructure projects and their business cases.
- Lead on the formulation of transport strategy and policies.
- Liaise with partner organisations and represent the Council on regional transport groups.
- Deputise for the Strategic Planning & Transportation Manager when required.
Candidates should;
- Possess a degree in Transportation Planning or similar relevant subject and be a member of an appropriate professional institute.
- Have experience at a senior level of leading on projects, managing others and of managing tasks in a complex environment, making balanced decisions based on data and evidence.
- Be familiar with the national, regional, and local transport policy environment.
For an informal discussion, please contact Andy Miller (Strategic Planning & Transportation Manager) on 0121 569 4249 or andy_miller@sandwell.gov.uk
Hours:
37 hours per week
We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to their advertised date if we receive a large number of applications. Therefore, you are strongly advised to complete and return your application as soon as possible. When completing your application please refer to the supporting documents attached.
If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application, or have experienced a problem whilst applying for a position, please contact the Resourcing Team on 0121 569 3300 or via e-mail to: hr_resourcing@sandwell.gov.uk
For more information about working for Sandwell Council, our recruitment process and our offer to you please visit https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/counciljobs
To apply please download the application and return to: Hrresourcing_applications@sandwell.gov.uk
