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Bus Contracts & Projects Officer - Cambridgeshire

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authoritycambridgeshire, cambridgeshire🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 24 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience shaping the future of public transport within a significant bus franchising program, providing valuable skills and impact. You'll thrive here if you have a genuine interest in public transport and data analysis, and you're eager to contribute to a forward-thinking organization. Apply now to be part of this exciting initiative and gain experience that will boost your career.

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

This is a 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Help Shape the Future of Public Transport

Are you passionate about public transport, data analysis and making a real difference to local communities?

We're looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Bus Contracts & Projects Officer to join our Public Transport team. This is an excellent opportunity for a university placement student to gain hands-on experience supporting the delivery of local bus contracts while contributing to one of the UK's most significant Bus Franchising programmes.

What you'll be doing

  • Monitor contracted bus services through on-street observations.
  • Analyse performance data, punctuality, reliability and customer feedback to produce insightful reports.
  • Support the management of bus service registrations and contract compliance.

You'll ideally have:

  • A Levels (or equivalent).
  • Be studying towards a degree in Geography, Transport Planning or a related subject.
  • A genuine interest in public transport and sustainable travel.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected and able to thrive. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented communities, disabled people, ethnic minority groups, LGBTQ+ people and people of all ages and faiths.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. We're committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive for everyone.

Why Join Us?

  • Gain valuable experience within a forward-thinking public sector organisation.
  • Contribute to major transport improvements across the region.
  • Learn from experienced professionals in transport planning and contract management.

Closing Date: 6th August 2026

Please see the job description and recruitment pack at the bottom of the page- we would love to see you submit your application before the advertised closing date!!

Right to Work: Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

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