Transport Officer

Salary

From £34,434 to £39,862 per annum (Grade H)

Contractual hours

Basis

Full Time

Package

Permanent

Job category/type

Transport

Date posted

01/06/2026

Job reference

REQ00001056

Are you passionate about improving transport services and making a positive impact on your local community?

West Berkshire Council is seeking a dedicated and motivated Transport Officer to join our Transport and Countryside Service. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality transport services and supporting the effective management of transport initiatives within West Berkshire.

The Role

Reporting to the Senior Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Processing and assessing applications for transport services, including school transport and specialist transport
• Providing advice and information to service users regarding transport options
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of transport services
• Assisting with the collection and analysis of data related to transport usage and demand
• Supporting the Senior Engineer in the implementation of transport projects and initiatives

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Knowledge and understanding of transport issues and challenges
• Experience in processing applications and providing advice on transport services
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with a range of stakeholders
• Strong organisational and time management abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple priorities
• Data collection and analysis skills
• Proactive and solution-focused approach to problem-solving

Why Work for West Berkshire Council?

West Berkshire Council is a great place to work, offering a range of excellent employment benefits:

• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance
• Access to a wide range of relevant training and professional development opportunities
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Family-friendly policies to support your personal and professional commitments
• A range of local discounts on shopping, services, and leisure activities
• You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 29 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service.

Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

To find out more about the role, please contact Baskar Perumal on 01635 503674 or email ***email_hidden*** for an informal discussion.

Join us in making a difference to the transport services in West Berkshire. Apply now to become part of our dedicated team at West Berkshire Council.

Iterview date: 7th and 8th July 2026.

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Equal Opportunities

The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

How to apply

Please now complete a short online application form. You will then be able to upload your CV.

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We look forward to receiving your application!