About the Role

This is an opportunity to join the team that is responsible for the design and development of the current bus network throughout the Liverpool City Region working hard to support the delivery of the Metro Network as an integral part of the delivery of all aspects of the Bus Offer in the region.

The role is fast paced and varied, and no two days are the same. The team is currently focused on the current bus network whilst supporting the Franchise team as we transition towards a franchised network.

About the person

The successful candidate will be directly responsible for a specific area within the Liverpool City Region and act as a point of contact for all key stakeholders in relation to the bus networks and planning for major events and disruptions on the road network. Therefore, knowledge of the transport industry is essential for this role.

Finally, like us, you will have a passionate commitment for the Liverpool City Region and it’s 1.6million residents and as the successful candidate you’ll demonstrate our three key behaviours of LCR First, Action Focus and Respect.

 If you think you match the job description, and our values, then click on the link to apply.

Please ensure that you provide clear examples and evidence in your personal statement of how you meet the below key essential criteria. The information you provide in your personal statement will be used for shortlisting.

• •‍Experience within the transport sector with practical experience gained from that sector
• •‍Proven record of service delivery within the bus industry.
• •‍Demonstrate experience of building relationships with stakeholders and partners.

About the organisation

 The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.

The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.

 
Staff benefits

• •‍Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%
• •‍Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days
• •‍Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner
• •‍Flexible and hybrid working
• •‍24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service
• •‍Automatic enrolment to our Westfield Health Programme
• •‍Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms
• •‍Bike to Work Scheme
• •‍Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.

To be considered under one of these schemes, you must indicate your eligibility in the relevant section of the application form. In addition, you must clearly demonstrate in your personal statement how you meet all the key essential criteria listed above, and highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.

Applications that do not include this evidence will not be considered under the guaranteed interview schemes.

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Currently we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Please visit   https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa