Overview

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for creating sustainable communities and improving transport services? Do you thrive on managing complex operations and driving innovation? This is your opportunity to shape services that make a real difference to the people of Ceredigion.

We are seeking a dynamic Corporate Manager to lead our Sustainability & Transport Service – a key leadership role within Ceredigion County Council, providing strategic direction and expert advice on:
  • Safe & Sustainable Travel
  • Development & Streetscape
  • Transport & Depots

You will act as the lead advisor to the Council on all Sustainability & Transport matters, ensuring services are delivered efficiently, consistently, and in line with corporate objectives. This role involves managing a large, multi-disciplinary team (including direct supervision of three Service Managers) and overseeing significant budgets exceeding £8m per annum.

You will also play a critical role in emergency response planning, policy development, and driving innovation to achieve the highest standards of performance across our services.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

  • Is educated to degree level (or equivalent experience) and demonstrates ongoing professional development.
  • Has at least 5 years’ experience managing teams, with a proven track record of improving performance and delivering high-quality outcomes.
  • Possesses a thorough understanding of legislation and regulation relating to sustainability and transport services.
  • Demonstrates strong leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage change effectively.

What we offer

In return for your skills and commitment, we offer:

  • Flexi-time scheme – flexibility in completing your contractual hours
  • Hybrid working options – work from home or in the office
  • Generous annual leave – 27 to 34 days plus 8 public holidays
  • 14.6% employer pension contribution
  • Enhanced family benefits and carer’s leave allowance
  • Lifestyle savings and wellbeing packages
  • Professional development and career progression opportunities

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Rhodri Llwyd at rhodri.llwyd@ceredigion.gov.uk

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.

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