Highways and Transportation Strategic Director

1 day ago


Swindon, Swindon, United Kingdom 5 Star Recruitment Full time

5 Star Recruitment is seeking an exceptional leader to spearhead our Highways and Transportation services. This is a dynamic role that requires a seasoned professional with a proven track record in managing operational services within the Highways and Transportation sector.

About the Role

We are looking for someone who can provide strategic leadership and management for a portfolio of transport services aligned with Council priorities and financial targets. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing a coordinated strategic infrastructure delivery strategy, integrating all Council areas into long-term planning.

Main Responsibilities
  • Provide strategic leadership and management for a portfolio of transport services aligned with Council priorities and financial targets.
  • Develop and implement a coordinated strategic infrastructure delivery strategy, integrating all Council areas into long-term planning.
  • Lead statutory and regulatory activities to maintain a safe, efficient, and effective transport network, ensuring compliance with policies and legislation.
  • Ensure the service contributes to Council priorities and pledges, embedding the Council's culture, behaviours, and values.
  • Provide expert technical advice on highways, transportation, and flood management to planning applications and development proposals.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need to have significant senior management competence in managing operational services within Highways and Transportation setting or related field with a proven track record of leadership and strategic planning within a local authority or similar public / private sector environment.

  • A proven ability of successful change management, implementing and delivering new working policies and practices alongside significant cultural and structural change that deliver improved services for customers in a more efficient way.
  • Ability to work across organisational and professional boundaries, to contribute to the establishment of the desired organisational culture, to partnerships and to challenge inappropriate behaviour.
  • Proven experience of successful financial management including budget formulation, including a track record of improving services, managing complex budgets, involving a range of funding streams, and delivering value for money.
What We Offer

As a leading recruitment agency, we offer a competitive salary of £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience, as well as a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, pension scheme, and generous holiday allowance.



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