Transport Inspector

As the Transport Inspector you will be responsible for the following:

• Inspecting and surveying all transport contracts at school run times to ensure the safe and timely operation of services to the public
• To report on findings and to maintain records in order to support the production of key management and statutory statistical data
• To provide bus punctuality statistics to the Transport Operations Manager when required
• To assist with the on-going task that bus shelters, stops, poles and timetable cases are fit for purpose and display accurate information. Taking steps to undertake minor "on the spot" repairs as necessary, or making sure that faults are reported so that other remedial steps can be taken
Please note, whilst based at our site at OEP, this role involves spending much of the working day out and about on the streets, interacting with members of the public. Back office administration tasks can be completed working from home. The successful applicant for this post will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The costs for the DBS are paid by us. The Transport Inspector interviews will be held week commencing 20 January 2025. Exact details to be confirmed. Please be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice. We will be reviewing applications on a regular basis and inviting those who meet our essential person specification criteria to interview. If you're interested in this role, we strongly encourage you to apply without delay.

Are you a welcoming, self- motivated individual with the ability to manage your time effectively? Do you want to join a reliable and efficient team, delivering high standard passenger transport services throughout the County? If so, we would love to hear from you.,
• Educated to GCSE standard
• Confident with previous experience of dealing directly with the public,
• Experienced in delivering a high standard of customer care
• Approachable with excellent communication skills, able to liaise with members of the public, parents, schools, and senior officers
• Good IT skills with the ability to maintain accurate, up to date records and provide statistical data when required
• You will need to hold a standard, current driving licence
  
  Rutland Council is committed to Flexible Working and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service.
We are committed to supporting and empowering our staff to be the best workers that they can be and Rutland Council is the place you want to be. Our benefits go beyond the salary - being part of a great team, excellent Local Government Pension, generous annual leave, opportunities to learn and develop your career, and a demonstrable commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff. Whilst the base for this post is Oakham, Rutland, the Local Authority offers a hybrid working practice. As well as working from home, we feel it is important that you have the opportunity to spend time in the workplace with your colleagues to help you learn, develop and engage.