Group Chief Executive Officer

Translink Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Translink, Northern Ireland’s leading public transport provider, is looking for an exceptional Group Chief Executive Officer to shape the future of sustainable travel. This is a unique opportunity to lead a dynamic organisation through its next stage of strategic growth, innovation, and transformation.

Delivering integrated bus and rail services across Northern Ireland, supporting over 80 million passenger journeys annually with a workforce of 4,300 and a fleet exceeding 1,400 vehicles, Translink is at the heart of connecting people and communities, driving economic growth, and shaping a more sustainable future.

With a significant investment programme recently completed, and our values at the heart of all we do, Translink is focused on delivering the Better Connected strategy that will not only transform public transport in Northern Ireland but will also contribute to meeting its Climate Action pledge to reach net zero carbon by 2040.

The Group Chief Executive Officer will provide strategic and operational leadership, ensuring the delivery of safe, reliable, and customer-focused public transport solutions. The role is responsible for driving commercial growth, financial sustainability, and the realisation of Translink’s vision to be the ‘
first choice for travel today, for tomorrow
’.

With a commitment to our mission, vision and values, we are seeking a proven strategic leader with a track record of delivering operational excellence in complex stakeholder environments. This is an outstanding opportunity to shape the future of public transport in Northern Ireland.

For a candidate briefing pack and a confidential conversation please submit your CV to .

Closing date for applications: 12:00 noon, Monday 19th January 2026

• Executive

• Full-time

• Management, Strategy/Planning, and General Business

Translink is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

All applications for employment are considered strictly on merit by a fair and open competition.

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