Bus Service Specialist

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Job Title: Bus Service SpecialistSalary range: £36,033 - £40,556 per annum Hours: 36.5 hours per week Contract: PermanentWho we needHigh quality local bus services provide connectivity and access to key services throughout the West Midlands. 260 Million local bus trips are made within the West Midlands, this is 4 out of 5 of all public transport trips. Increasing the number of trips made by local bus is increasingly recognised at a local and national level as one of the keys tools to meet ambitious environmental and modal shift targets.The role will see you working within the TfWM Bus Delivery Team. The successful candidate will have operational and commercial knowledge of the local bus industry and the role that Transport Authorities have in the delivery of bus services. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate a high level of attention to detail, experience in contract management and working in partnership with key stakeholders.About the teamThe TfWM Bus Delivery Team procure and manage a portfolio of over 160 subsidised bus contracts across the seven districts in the West Midlands. The bus services contained within these contracts provide vital links for communities in areas where public transport services would not otherwise be provided. Increasingly the management of these contracts is driven by the comprehensive review of service performance data.The team also play a crucial role in partnership work with local bus operators as part of the award winning West Midlands Bus Alliance. The team also manage and maintain bus service registrations, work closely with bus operators and inform and influence commercial decisions and are involved in a number of projects and schemes to improve bus service reliability.Who we are Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) plans, develops and manages an integrated transport system for the West Midlands that is reliable, affordable and accessible for all. It is the transport arm of the West Midlands Combined Authority.A standard setter in the industry, our achievements are regularly recognised nationally, most importantly as the winner of City Region Authority of the Year in 2016, 2017 and 2019 at the National Transport Awards.Whether its developing and delivering new infrastructure, collaborating on future mobility projects, operating the West Midlands Metro or helping customers to keep moving, we need creative and innovative talent to join our already excellent team and help us make a real difference to residents, businesses and visitors travelling in and around the West Midlands.In return for your hard work and commitment, we will reward you with a range of competitive and attractive benefits.How to applyPlease provide detailed information in your application outlining your suitability for the post and ensure it is submitted by the closing date.Closing Date: Wednesday 25th March Interview/Assessment Date: Wednesday 8th AprilWe are committed to developing an organisation that is representative of the diverse communities that we serve and welcome applications from all sections of the community. The following groups are currently underrepresented: young people, Black, Asian and ethnic minority groups and women at senior levels.We are a Disability Confident Employer and offer a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants who meet the essential job role criteria. We will make reasonable adjustments, in line with the Equality Act, for disabled applicants if these are needed. Wherever possible we will offer flexible working options which assist work-life balance and support service delivery for the customer. Required skills

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