Head of Network Development
About the role
The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.
The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.
As part of this transformation, we’re creating a modern integrated transport system investing hundreds of millions in new trains on our Merseyrail network, new stations, zero emission hydrogen buses, a safer cycling network, and smarter ticketing. We are well on the way to delivering the Mayor’s vision of a safe, affordable and accessible network that aligns with our broader economic, environmental and social inclusion goals.
We are now looking to bring in a talented team to step up the pace in delivering this vision. As Head of Network Development, you will be responsible for providing strategic leadership, advice and expertise to ensure that the initiation, specification and commissioning of major rail, bus and public transport schemes, including implementation of further devolution and expansion of the transport network in line with the ambitions of the LCRCA. This will include providing specialist transport expertise, advice, and guidance to the Metro Mayor, Chief Executive Officer and senior LCRCA colleagues to support the development of transport policy and investment decisions.
Reporting to the Director of Transport and working as a member of the senior management team you will bring significant relevant and related experience gained in a senior leadership role in transport and/or logistics which has included responsibilities for the design and operation of major networks, scheme sponsorship and/or transport planning. You will also be able to demonstrate the ability to work effectively with a complex range of public and private sector stakeholders including senior elected representatives locally and nationally.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with a talented team to deliver a world class integrated transport system backed by significant investment in one of the UK’s most vibrant regions.
For more information:
Indicative timetable
Closing date: Monday 26 August 2024
Details of arrangements for interviews will be provided to selected candidates.
To arrange a confidential discussion about the role please contact our retained consultants at Faerfield:
Rob Naylor
Tel: 0121 312 3755
Email: rnaylor@faerfield.co.uk
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