Head of Transport - York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority 

Salary:  £67,081 - £75,599 plus relocation support 

Hours: 37 Hours 
Contract: Permanent  
Location - York/ Hybrid Working     
Employer: York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority 

The Organisation 

The Combined Authority is the delivery vehicle for significant new powers and funding, which together will support communities and economic development across the region for years to come. The newly formed organisation combines the former operations of the North Yorkshire Local Enterprise Partnership, Office of the North Yorkshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner and North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service alongside new and developing powers and functions that have been secured for the region through devolution. 

The Opportunity 

Transport is one of the key pillars of our devolution deal and a key priority for us. The elected Mayor and Combined Authority are ambitious and want to capitalise on the opportunities that devolution present to develop transformational transport plans for the region and as the Combined Authority is now the Transport Authority for York and North Yorkshire the Head of Transport will lead a team that will develop these opportunities, working in close collaboration with both City of York and North Yorkshire Council to ensure our joint transport and wider objectives are met. 

As the Head of Transport you will; 

• lead the transport function within the Combined Authority, providing both strategic and executive leadership and , building and inspiring high-performing teams to ensure effective and efficient service delivery. 
• provide leadership across highways, rail, active travel and public transport working closely with the City of York and North Yorkshire Councils as the Local Highways Authorities, to ensure transport funding for the region delivers on the ambitions of the Combined Authority. 
• establish relationships with key strategic stakeholders such as Network Rail, Great British Railways, National Highways, Strategic Transport Bodies, Department for Transport, Active Travel England, the bus industry, Mayors, Combined Authorities, local councils, and other relevant authorities. 
• have an in-depth knowledge of the strategic transport implications of development proposals, ensuring alignment with transport objectives and sustainability goals. 
• be key leader as part of the Economic Directorate Management Team, reporting to the Director of Economy within the Combined Authority. 
• lead a positive culture, working closely across the wider economy directorate, understanding the enabling role of transport in delivering the wider agenda and reflecting the influence wider economic growth ambitions have on future transport demands. 
• support the development of innovative solutions to address the net zero challenge, including strategies for decarbonisation, skills, innovation and sustainable transportation. 

In return, this is a great opportunity to mark your mark in our great region. This is a highly visible role creates an exciting career opportunity; Combined Authorities are the strategic vehicle to unlock national and local government priorities. You are joining us at the start of this journey, with the opportunity to secure our future whilst advancing your career. 

What will you bring to the role? 

• You will be the strategic and executive lead for transport providing leadership and direction, building and inspiring high-performing teams to ensure effective and efficient service delivery. You will bring an ambitious, forward thinking and strategic approach, collaborating and partnering with key strategic stakeholders. We are looking for a combination of the following key skills: 
• Experience of developing and implementing organisational culture change within a large diverse organisation. 
• Significant experience within a Combined Authority, Local Transport Authority or similar setting, with a deep understanding of local transport governance, regulations, and operations. 
• Proven record of developing innovative solutions to address the net zero challenge, including strategies for decarbonisation and sustainable transportation practices. 
• Proven experience of developing and implementing transportation strategies at a regional or governmental level 
• Demonstrable ability to align local transport plans and other transport programmes with broader economic and land use plans and strategies. 
• Proven track record of providing strategic leadership and direction, with a demonstrable ability to build, nurture and inspire high-performing teams. 

Contact and Apply 

We encourage you to click the below link to visit our campaign website which includes more information on York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority, the role, key useful documents and how to apply: https://nyresourcing.co.uk/mca-head-of-departments/  

Key Dates: 

Closing date: Midnight Wednesday 22nd January 2025 

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