Head of Transport

**Job Title**:**Head of Transport & Logistics**

**Location**: Thirsk, with travel to Tadcaster and Northallerton

**Contract**: Permanent

**Hours**: Full Time

**Salary**: LS1, £66,294 - £73,674

**Closing Date**: 9am 6th October 2025

Our Support Service functions work in collaboration across North Yorkshire Police and North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service, providing vital shared expertise to deliver efficient and effective service to our communities.

**The Opportunity**

We are seeking a dynamic Head of Transport and Logistics to lead our joint Transport and Logistics Team across North Yorkshire Police and North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service. This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for delivering high-quality, customer-focused services that directly support frontline operations.

You will take full ownership of the end-to-end transport and logistics provision—from strategy development and operational planning to delivering expert advice and service excellence. A key focus will be the creation and promotion of an annual delivery plan.

This is a chance to drive innovation and continuous improvement, foster a collaborative and high-performing team, and ensure our services are resilient, cost-effective, and future-ready.

**What We’re Looking For**

We’re looking for a proven leader with deep expertise in transport and/or logistics management, capable of delivering strategic change and operational excellence. You’ll bring:

- Significant experience leading transport/logistics projects and teams in complex environments
- Strong technical knowledge and the ability to translate complexity into practical solutions
- Ideally, you will either hold the Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) (Transport) and/or be a chartered member of the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP), the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), or a similar professional body
- Ten years of relevant experience in the field
- Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
- A track record of driving service improvement, innovation, and inclusivity
- Commercial acumen and budget management expertise
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant ICT systems

**Why Join Us?**

Working for the emergency services is both meaningful and impactful. At North Yorkshire Police & North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service, we’re committed to helping colleagues reach their full potential in a fair, inclusive, and supportive environment. We value diverse perspectives and actively promote staff wellbeing so everyone can thrive. Please visit our websites to learn more about our organisation.

We’re also proud to provide a **comprehensive benefits** package designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and professional growth:

- Local Government Pension Scheme - secure and competitive retirement planning
- Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme - access to affordable vehicle leasing options
- Generous Annual Leave - 24 days rising to 30 with length of service, plus bank holidays
- Blue Light Discount - enjoy savings at major retailers and services
- Flexi-Time for Staff Roles - tailor your working hours to suit your lifestyle while meeting team objectives
- Access to Trade Union Membership - opportunity to join UNISON
- Inclusion & Diversity Networks - connect with colleagues and contribute to a culture of belonging
- Health & Wellbeing Services - access to resources that support your physical and mental health

**To be considered for this role, applicants must meet the following requirements**:

- You must have the right to work in the UK, with no restrictions on your employment
- Hold a full UK manual driving licence
- Internal applicants must have successfully completed their probation period
- Meet residency requirements for vetting:

- RV Level Vetting - minimum 3 years UK residency

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Interviews are intended to take place mid October