Job Title: Bus Network Planning Manager
Salary: £50,000 – £55,000
Hours: 37.5-hour week.
Job Location: Oxfordshire
Job Purpose:
Oversee the development of efficient timetables, duties, and rotas that adapt to meet customer needs and stakeholder expectations. Ensure the Planning team provides high-quality data to the Operations, Commercial, and Finance teams to support smooth operations, data analysis, and decision-making.
Benefits:
- Free travel
- Loyalty bonus
- Contributory pension
- Lifestyle discount scheme
- Employee assistance programme
- 25 days of holiday, plus 8 days allowance (pro-rata)
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Head of Commercial to develop proposals for the ongoing evolution of bus networks, ensuring services align with the needs of customers, local authorities, and stakeholders.
- Compile timetables that meet customer demand while supporting business and stakeholder goals.
- Identify and implement schedule efficiency improvements in collaboration with local Operations teams and review service performance using tools like PowerBI and CitySwift
- Manage the Commercial Officer/Coordinator roles, ensuring high standards and maintaining a Continuous Professional Development plan for their technical and soft skill growth.
- Assist the Commercial and Finance teams in responding to requests for information on audits, BSIP schemes, and reporting.
- Collaborate with the Publicity and Data & Ticketing teams to share timetables and ensure BODS compliance and high-quality customer information.
- Prepare and submit Traffic Commissioner informational letters as requested by operational management.
Skills and Experience:
- Experience leading network planning and schedule changes, including consultation with Operations and Union colleagues.
- Proficiency in scheduling software (e.g., Omnibus, Hastus, Trapeze).
- Minimum of 5 GCSEs, including Maths and English at Grade C or above (or equivalent).
- Valid car licence.
How to Apply: If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV or call Dudley on 07485 390 942
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