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About the Role

We are seeking an exceptional Principal Transport Planner (Active Travel) to lead the borough's active travel programme and deliver projects that make our streets safer, healthier, more accessible and more sustainable. This role will lead programmes spanning walking, cycling, micromobility, cycle parking, behaviour change and sustainable travel initiatives, with a key priority on shared and dockless micromobility.

Responsibilities

Lead the borough's active travel programme and deliver projects.
Lead programmes spanning walking, cycling, micromobility, cycle parking, behaviour change and sustainable travel initiatives.
Lead the Council's approach to shared and dockless micromobility, including operator management, performance monitoring and the delivery of supporting infrastructure.
Secure funding, manage complex projects and contracts.
Use data and insight to identify priorities, measure impact and drive continuous improvement.
Build strong partnerships with Transport for London, consultants, operators, neighbouring boroughs and community stakeholders.
Provide expert advice to Members and senior officers.
Represent the Council at public meetings and regional forums.
Play a leading role in shaping the future of transport across Hammersmith & Fulham.
Lead and develop a high-performing Active Travel team, providing strategic direction, professional guidance and support.

Requirements

Substantial experience of delivering active travel programmes and infrastructure projects.
Strong programme, budget and contract management skills.
A sound understanding of active travel policy and design standards.
Ability to translate strategy into high-quality, deliverable schemes.
Excellent stakeholder and communication skills.
Experience of leading teams, managing performance and driving continuous improvement.

Skills

Active Travel Programme Management
Infrastructure Project Delivery
Programme Management
Budget Management
Contract Management
Active Travel Policy
Design Standards
Stakeholder Management
Communication Skills
Team Leadership
Performance Management
Continuous Improvement
Micromobility Management
Data Analysis

Location

Clockwork Building, 45 Beavor Lane, W6 9AR

Work Type

Permanent
Full-time

Experience Level

Principal

Salary/Compensations

£56,436 - £59,574 per annum

Benefits

Access to a comprehensive total reward package
Flexible working opportunities

About the Company

At Hammersmith & Fulham, we are committed to making walking, wheeling and cycling the easiest and most attractive ways to travel, while supporting our ambition to tackle the climate and ecological emergency.
Our People Values: We are fair, caring, collaborators, and driven.
We believe an inclusive workplace is about the visibility and representation of our local diverse community - it is about open and transparent decision making co-produced with staff and residents.
We take a proactive approach to equity, diversity, and inclusion so that it is part of the fabric of the Council with a shared understanding of the role all colleagues play in realising the inclusivity of the workplace.
Hammersmith & Fulham Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Equal Opportunity

We promote benefits and opportunities for all.
We are committed to removing barriers in the workplace and this includes adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group.
All sections of the population will have equitable access to jobs.
No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of their age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification (GOQ) applies.
We are a Disability Confident Employer – committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.