Job Description

| Salary £77,833-£85,119 Per annum| Head of Service: Transport Services and Strategic Partnerships |

Head of Transport Services and Strategic Partnerships

Lead at scale. Influence regionally. Deliver lasting impact.

We are seeking a proven senior leader to lead our Transport Services and Strategic Partnerships. This is a high-impact role, combining delivery of a large, complex frontline service with an ambitious transformation agenda.

Our service directly impacts thousands of residents every day, from home-to-school transport to fleet operations and regional transport strategy so this is a rare opportunity to influence local, regional and national transport agendas while driving innovation, efficiency and service excellence.

You will be responsible for the safe, efficient and cost-effective delivery of fleet and passenger transport services, while driving continuous improvement and innovation. Alongside operational leadership, you will shape future service models, bringing a strong commercial mindset and financial grip.

This is more than a delivery role. You will operate at strategic, system level, working closely with the Combined County Authority and partners to influence regional priorities, investment and future transport solutions.

We are looking for someone who can lead with confidence, build strong relationships with members and partners and deliver through change—combining operational credibility with strategic influence.

In essence, you will:

• Lead and inspire the service, managing people, budgets and performance to deliver against council priorities and statutory duties
• Shape strategy and policy, providing expert advice to elected members, executive leaders and directorate leadership teams
• Drive transformation, leading major change programmes and contributing to Local Government Reorganisation and future service design
• Influence at a regional level, acting as Lancashire County Council’s strategic partner with the Lancashire Combined County Authority (LCCA)
• Oversee service delivery, ensuring efficient, compliant and cost-effective operations

What we are looking for:

A collaborative, strategic and commercially astute leader who can operate confidently at scale and pace, with:

• Proven experience leading complex transport, fleet or public service operations
• Strong financial and commercial acumen, with a track record of delivering value for money
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders, including elected members or government bodies
• Expertise in strategy development, service transformation and operational delivery
• Ability to lead through change, inspire teams and foster a positive, high-performing culture
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks, commissioning models and public sector governance

In return, we offer:

• A senior leadership role with real influence and visibility
• The opportunity to shape regional transport priorities
• A collaborative and forward-thinking organisational culture
• Flexible working options

Be part of something bigger:

• This is an opportunity to lead at scale, shape the future, and make a tangible difference for Lancashire’s communities.

Apply now and help us move Lancashire forward.

Interview date: 12.6.26

In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on LCC vacancies website.

We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.

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