Transport Officer - Passenger Fleet Team

Transport Officer -Passenger Fleet Team

Rate:Hourly rate (Umbrella, Inside IR35)
Duration:Initially until September 2026
Location:County Hall, Leicester - Office Based

Venn Group are supporting the recruitment of an experienced Transport Officerto support the delivery of passenger transport services across the county. This is a great opportunity to join the Highways & Transportation team at a time of high demand, helping ensure services remain effective, efficient, and compliant.

Responsibilities:

• Effective planning and procurement of passenger transport services, including annual review and reallocation of school transport

• Maintain accurate records and management information, including databases and manual systems

• Coordinate inspections of contract timekeeping, operation, and compliance

• Liaise with contractors, operators, schools, parents, and other stakeholders to ensure services run smoothly

• Provide guidance on transport standards, licensing, and safety requirements

• Assist in developing and monitoring business processes and efficiency reviews

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong experience in transport operations, planning or procurement

• Good knowledge of passenger transport operational issues and legislation (Transport Act 2000, Concessionary Bus Travel Act 2007)

• Excellent organisational skills, able to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines

• Strong IT skills, particularly with MS Office and database systems

• Effective communication and negotiation skills to work with contractors, stakeholders, and the public

• Experience working within local government transport or similar environments (desirable)

• Management and transport experience

If you've got the relevant experience, please apply today!