Operational Manager

Position Title

Operational Manager - Travel

Midlothian Council invites applications for the role of Operational Manager - Travel to lead a team in a fast‑paced environment delivering travel services across Midlothian. Work streams include Home to school transport, ASN transport, and integration with both 3rd sector and public bus operators.

• Lead a team to deliver travel services across Midlothian.
• Manage transport planning, procurement and scheduling.
• Ensure successful integration with third sector and public bus operators.
• Adapt to change in a fast‑paced environment.
• Handle staff management and financial responsibility.

• Essential:
  • Degree level education in a relevant subject or HND (or equivalent) with significant relevant experience in a local authority of comparable size and complexity.
  • Experience in staff management, office IT systems, project management and financial responsibility.
  • Commitment to continuing professional development.
• Desirable:
  • Chartered Membership or equivalent in a relevant subject.
  • Post‑graduate management qualification or completion of a recognised management development or leadership programme.
  • Driving licence.

• Access to Midlothian Council's generous pension scheme, salary sacrifice cars and other benefits.
• Compliance with mandatory Cabinet Office PSN Code of Connection requires disclosure checks. The fee will be met by Midlothian Council.
• Disclosure Scotland PVG certificate will need to be provided within 14 days of first viewed.

CLOSING DATE - Wednesday 14th January 2026

INTERVIEW DATE - week beginning 26th January 2026

• Location:
  
  Bonnyrigg Depot
• Contract Status:
  Permanent
• Hours of Work: 36 hours
• Working Pattern:
  Monday to Friday 09:00-17:00
• Weeks per year: 52
• Minimum actual salary: £48,370.86 per annum

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management

Strategic Management Services