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Transport Strategy Officer Based in St Helens and the salary is £24.88 ph PAYE
This is a full time temporary role.
Employer Reference:445983
This role will involve:
- Assisting in the management of the Transport Policy programme and undertake management of individual projects on behalf of the client (under supervision of the Principal Transport Officer).
- Contributing to management of the client’s ambitious cycling and walking infrastructure programme, including overseeing design and network development commissions and reporting processes.
- Supporting work to establish a strategic approach to the electric vehicle charging network roll-out, for residential, staff and fleet users.
- Working with internal and external partners to progress priority transport schemes and studies, including preparing and undertaking consultation exercises as relevant.
- Undertaking evidence-based assessments and research to identify required transport interventions across the Borough
- Drafting briefing notes, formal reports and policy documents as required
Ideally candidates will have:
- Experience of working within a transport planning / transport strategy context, ideally within a local authority setting
- Knowledge of best practice in delivering transport policy and infrastructure designs, particularly in relation to sustainable and active transport modes, and eagerness to see best outcomes delivered.
- Ability to analyse information (from site visits / desktop reviews / databases / reports / planning applications) and prepare reports, presenting conclusions in concise manner
- Demonstrable experience of management of projects or programmes to ensure delivery on time and within budget.
- Ability to organise a task and work to deadlines as part of a team and individually
- Excellent inter-personal, presentation and communication skills, including proven ability in preparation of policy, strategy or funding documents.
- Ability to undertake site visits, including by pedal cycle and public transport where relevant
Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.
If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to cvs@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.
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