Job Introduction
The West of England Combined Authority is recruiting on behalf of the Western Gateway sub-National Transport Body (STB) to work on the Strategic Transport Programme for the area. As the Combined Authority is the secretariat for the Western Gateway we are the employing body. The successful candidate will work with officers across the South West region to develop and deliver the strategic transport programme.
Led by our Board, the Western Gateway sub-National Transport Body brings together nine councils, the Local Enterprise Partnership and works with communities, other public services, and industry to deliver for the region.
The Western Gateway STB crosses boundaries and works collaboratively with the Department for Transport, Network Rail and National Highways, amongst other key partners. To date we have successfully helped the region prioritise our Major Road Network bids, delivered Freight, Rural and Rail Strategies for the wider region. These alongside Local Transport Plans, tying these together into an integrated and strategic view of the wider region’s needs. Our current work is focusing on bringing our strategies to life, supporting our members to build effective evidence bases for strategic interventions and supporting early business case development work in freight, rural mobility, EV charging and Alternative Fuel for Freight, amongst many other exciting transport projects. We have some excellent projects we need Transport Officers to develop and deliver on behalf of our Western Gateway STB Board. This is a unique opportunity to work with officers across England to grow and develop your skills and network. Check out our website for information on our latest programmes https://westerngatewaystb.org.uk/.
Alternatively feel free to contact me directly to find out more about our work – james.white@westofengland-ca.gov.uk
About the Company
Our offer
Alongside a competitive salary, we offer an excellent benefits package including:
- 26/31 days annual Leave (from the 1 April 2023)
- Generous Employer-Contribution Pension Scheme
- Reduced bus travel across the West of England
- Flexible and hybrid working options from day one to ensure you achieve the best work/life balance and career goals.
The West of England is an amazing part of the world to live and work. We have recently moved to a new bright and airy office, with all latest technology, just 10-minute walk from Bristol Temple Meads Train Station.
The West of England Combined Authority is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We ensure all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or citizenship status. We are also proud to have been accredited as a Living Wage Employer.
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