Inspector

We are looking to recruit 1 Inspector (Transport). Part-time, 3 days/22.2 hours per week fixed term for 2 years The successful candidate will travel around the County of Leicestershire, using local bus services, to carry out a programme of inspections of the bus services and timetable displays. The main duties for this role include;

• To carry out inspections of buses, time-keeping and other matters relevant to the passenger experience
• Assist with the collection of bus service data including on-bus passenger surveys, distribution of bus related information and updating roadside displays
• To inspect passengers' tickets for correctness, examine driver's documentation for accuracy and record usage and revenue of individual journeys., We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below. This may include requests for term-time working, part-time hours, compressed hours, flexible start and finish times, home/remote working, etc.
  
  Hold a valid full driving licence
• Have a good standard of education including English and Mathematics at GCSE Grade 4-9 (or equivalent) OR Demonstrable experience in the points below
• Have good numeracy skills and experience of using Spreadsheets and Database systems to check information as well as accurately input information, update records and extract data.
• Have good interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to handle confrontation and respond to customer queries face to face in a calm and professional manner.
• Be able to understand bus schedules and timetables.
• Have good organisational skills with a logical approach to plan and prioritise work, together with a keen attention to detail and an ability to use own initiative and work with minimal supervision
You must also have an understanding of, and commitment to, equality, diversity and inclusion. In addition, we also expect you to share our commitment to our values and will ask you to evidence when you have demonstrated them as part of the selection process.

Do you want to make Leicestershire a great place to live? Enjoy getting out and meeting people? Would you like to make a difference for residents of Leicestershire? All while working for one of the best performing councils in the Country? If the answer is yes, then read on… The benefits of working for Leicestershire County Council don't stop there.. We are a Stonewall Top 100, Disability Confident and Mindful Employer organisation. We're strongly committed to promoting equality and opportunity, investing in staff training and development, and supporting employees to find a healthy work life balance. You'll also benefit from a competitive salary and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme. We offer generous annual leave entitlements, smarter working arrangements, a range of family friendly policies and the opportunity to join our workers' groups (Disabled Workers' Group, Black Workers' Group, LGBTQ+ Staff Network, Working Carers' Group). And as if that wasn't enough as an inspector of public transport services across the County you will be entitled to free bus travel. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has an interest in Sustainable Travel to join a dynamic team, promoting all forms of sustainable transport, including cycling, walking, car-sharing and public transport.