Senior Integrated Transport Officer

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Senior Integrated Transport Officer

Grade 10 £34,324 - £37,529 (plus market leading package – see below)

Matlock/Hybrid

Are you an experienced transport planning professional ready to influence strategic policy and drive real change? Do you want to be part of a forward-thinking, multi-disciplinary team delivering sustainable transport solutions that support the local economy, and a healthier, and better-connected future?

At Derbyshire County Council, we’re looking for a Senior Integrated Transport Officer to play a supporting role in shaping and delivering our local transport planning ambitions.

Key aspects of this role also include:

• Provide expert technical advice on transport policy and planning issues.
• Support the development and review of the Local Transport Plan and related investment strategies.
• Produce reports, assessments, and funding applications that inform and enable policy delivery.
• Evaluate the environmental, social, and economic impacts of transport proposals and help develop mitigation strategies.
• Work closely with the East Midlands Combined County Authority and other partners to support regional strategy development.
• Engage with stakeholders, elected members, and local communities, contributing to public consultations and strategic discussions.
• Supervise and support junior officers, technicians, and apprentices within the team.

This list is not exhaustive, please do take a look at our comprehensive job profile for more detail.

What skills/experience will you need?

• Practical experience in areas such as transport policy, funding regimes, environmental assessment, or land use planning.
• A relevant technical qualification, or extensive equivalent experience.
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and report writing skills.
• The ability to work independently, manage your own workload and support others.
• A commitment to delivering inclusive, accessible, and environmentally responsible transport outcomes.

Support & Benefits:

• Generous Annual Leave Scheme (27 days increasing to 32 days after 5 years’ service): Ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
• Flexi Time Scheme: Up to two days flexi leave every four weeks (pro rata for part-time employees), subject to service needs.
• Local Government Pension Scheme: Providing financial security.
• Wellbeing Support Framework: Includes OH physician services, physiotherapy, CBT, and in-house counselling.
• Employee Wellbeing Support: Fast track physiotherapy, confidential psychological support services, Employee Assistance Programme, and “Wisdom” app.
• Training and Development: Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Promoting a healthy lifestyle.
• Electric/Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme: Encouraging environmentally friendly commuting options.
• Our Derbyshire Rewards: a package of benefits and discounts.
• & much more

Derbyshire is a wonderful place to live, visit and work. The post will be hybrid with the team office based at County Hall at Matlock, in the heart of the Derbyshire Dales.

Derbyshire County Council is going through a period of positive development and transformation so it’s a great time to join and drive change.

How to Apply

Just click “Apply now” and upload your CV and a supporting statement.

If you are excited about taking on this transformative role, we’d love to hear from you!

For an informal discussion about this role please contact Edward James

Email: Edward.james@derbyshire.gov.uk  Tel: 01629 538570

Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 14 July 2025.

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Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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This role currently offers hybrid working options which will be to subject service needs, there'll be an opportunity to discuss working arrangements for this position at interview.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.