Transport Officer needed Newbury paying £14.38 per hr PAYE Ref: 5170503

This role is working full time hours on a temporary basis

Responsibilities:

• Plan and co-ordinate the provision of transport services using internal or external resources as appropriate, including:
  • the identification, assessment, award, monitoring and review of contracts, and the preparation of tender documents, ensuring effective co-ordinated provision of services;
  • determination of, and allocation to, schedules for drivers, vehicles and contractors;
  • regular review of contract operation to ensure that they are being provided in the most efficient and effective manner. Reporting on, and implement, any changes identified;
  • ensuring effective payment of suppliers.
• Develop, manage and regularly review client travel plans for service users.
• Liaise and negotiate with service providers over contractual, operational and other matters.
• Manage the financial aspects of team operations, including processing of invoices and purchase orders.
• Process applications, issue passes, and identify appropriate transport solutions.
• Provide support and assistance in reducing operational risk.
• Investigate and respond to complaints in a timely manner.
• Assist with the safe and effective provision of vehicles and contracted services for a range of different users and assist with ensuring legal compliance of operations.
• Manage all equipment and infrastructure to make best use of resources.
• Assist with the management of drivers and passenger assistants.
• Provide information relating to the activities of the team and its contractors, and assist in the preparation of reports.
• Prepare and distribute information regarding transport services available for all users, including any conditions attached.
• Develop, implement and maintain manual and computerized information systems.
• Assist in determining and implementing appropriate training for staff engaged in transport.
• Investigate and provide infrastructure appropriate to safe operation of services provided.
• Carry out special projects as directed by the Principal or Senior Transport Officer, including the identification of cost savings and income, monitoring performance, and compilation of funding bids.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to [email protected] quoting the reference number.

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