Strategic Manager - Integrated Transport
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£44,900
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 1241 (63% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £44,900, and Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 1139 (Functional managers and directors not elsewhere classified) or SOC 1140 (Directors in logistics, warehousing and transport). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1241 Managers in transport and distribution Most likely code | £33,400 Clears | £44,900 Clears | £44,900 Clears | £44,900 Clears |
1139 Functional managers and directors not elsewhere classified Also possible | £52,300 Clears | £59,700 Clears | £67,200 Clears | £74,700 Misses |
1140 Directors in logistics, warehousing and transport Also possible | £57,000 Clears | £65,100 Clears | £73,300 Misses | £81,400 Misses |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
We are currently seeking a Strategic Manager - Integrated Transport to join our Engineering and Transport team within the Environment and Regeneration Directorate.
This is a key senior leadership role with strategic responsibility for the Council’s integrated transport functions, including Transport Strategy, Road Safety, Fleet Services and Passenger Transport, including Home to School provision. You will lead the development and delivery of high-quality, citizen-focused services, ensuring that corporate, regional and national priorities are translated into clear service and financial plans.
You will provide visible, collaborative and compassionate leadership to Accountable Managers and multidisciplinary teams. You will work closely with Elected Members, Welsh Government, Transport for Wales, regional transport partners, operators and neighbouring local authorities to shape policy, influence investment and secure positive outcomes for Neath Port Talbot.
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Providing strategic leadership across integrated transport services and developing an integrated transport vision aligned to corporate, regional and national priorities.
- Leading service planning, performance management, continuous improvement and the delivery of sustainable, accessible and citizen-focused transport services.
- Translating emerging transport strategies and corporate objectives into robust annual service and financial plans.
- Overseeing significant revenue budgets, grant funding, high-value transport contracts and regional programmes, ensuring sound governance, value for money and financial sustainability.
- Leading the commissioning, procurement and performance management of transport contracts and frameworks, including passenger transport, supported bus services, taxis and vehicle purchasing.
- Providing clear professional advice, reports and briefings to the Head of Service, Portfolio Holders, Cabinet and Council committees on complex or politically sensitive transport matters.
About you, do you have:
- A proven track record of achievement in the management and delivery of services at Local Government Accountable Manager level or equivalent, including responsibility for people and financial resources?
- Senior-level experience of leading integrated transport functions within a local authority or equivalent public sector environment, including passenger transport and fleet commissioning and delivery, transport planning or strategy, and road safety programmes?
- Demonstrable experience of commissioning, procuring and managing high-value transport contracts and frameworks, with robust contract performance management and compliance with public procurement requirements?
- Experience of shaping and delivering transport strategies, policies, service plans and business cases that respond to Welsh Government priorities and regional transport arrangements?
- A strong understanding of passenger transport statutory duties, supported and local bus services, transport commissioning, safeguarding, fleet requirements and operator licence compliance?
- The ability to lead complex service change, manage risk and assurance, and use data and performance intelligence to improve services?
- Highly developed communication, negotiation and influencing skills, with the political awareness to advise Elected Members and manage sensitive or high-profile issues?
You must hold a degree-level qualification or equivalent, or have a proven and successful track record in a senior management position equivalent to NPT Accountable Manager level. A relevant professional and/or management qualification, membership of a relevant professional body and a commitment to continuous professional development are also essential.
The role requires flexibility to attend on-site meetings, travel across and outside the county borough, and participate in the Council’s Strategic Manager on-call rota
About us:
We believe in rewarding and recognising our colleagues’ efforts and achievements. We also believe that there’s life at work and life outside of work. We want everyone to be healthy and happy and have the financial resources and support they need.
Choose to work for us and you’ll be rewarded with a range of attractive benefits and support to help you live your best life.
- Hybrid working (in some roles) and flexible working schemes to improve your work life balance
- Benefit from a competitive employee package with a remarkable 15.3% employer pension contribution
- Enjoy a holiday entitlement of 34 days (not forgetting the additional 8 bank holidays too)
- Access discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure
- Utilise the cycle to work scheme with up to 40% off bikes and cycling equipment
- Purchase a new car through Tusker salary sacrifice scheme
- Enjoy exclusive discounts at local and national retailers with the Smart Spend app through our staff wellbeing group.
If you would like to start a rewarding career with a company that values and invests in its employees and you have the necessary experience and qualifications, this could be your dream job and we would love to hear from you. For more information and to apply please visit Job profile
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Managers in transport and distribution (SOC 1241) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~65k in sample- Middle half £37,908–57,512
- Median £45,864
- Going rate £44,900
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–40,410
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 1241 going rate of £44,900. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.