Transport Officer - Passenger Fleet Team

Transport Officer

• Hourly Rate: £14.37
• Location: LE3, Leicester
• Job Type: Temporary (3 months)

We are seeking a Transport Officer to join our passenger fleet team. This role is crucial for assisting in the effective, efficient, and legally compliant delivery of passenger transport services. The ideal candidate will ensure that our services are delivered for the benefit of the people of Leicestershire and maintain positive and cooperative working relationships.

• Assist in the planning and procurement of passenger transport services, both manually and using ICT systems.
• Conduct efficiency reviews related to the service, including the purchase of season tickets and transport for fare-paying passengers.
• Liaise with in-house fleet management and external contractors to ensure current standards are communicated and maintained.
• Provide guidance on the usage, maintenance, and record management of specialist equipment for passenger carriage.
• Ensure that vehicles are properly licensed and insured, maintaining administrative procedures as needed.
• Assist with the provision of training courses for clients, contractors, private hire operators, and internal staff.
• Coordinate inspections of contract time-keeping and operation, and other relevant duties.
• Maintain accurate records, control and upkeep of transport databases and manual systems, providing timely management information.
• Assist in developing and maintaining business processes and organising transport activities, including planning for the annual school transport allocation.
• Develop and collect data and statistics related to all passenger services.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, stakeholders, service users, and their representatives, handling complaints when required.

• Experience in transport service planning and management.
• Proficient in the use of ICT systems for transport management.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team and maintain positive relationships.
• Experience in handling and maintaining confidential and sensitive information.

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Opportunity to contribute to the community by ensuring efficient and compliant transport services.
• Experience in a dynamic and supportive public sector environment.

To apply for this Transport Officer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.