Director of Transport Combined Authority

Director of Transport

Lancashire County Combined Authority – Lancashire, United Kingdom

Salary £90,897 to £99,840

The Director of Transport will provide effective and visible corporate leadership, development and strategic direction of the Lancashire Combined County Authority's (LCCA) new transport function, ensuring all public transport services are delivered to meet the ambitions of the LCCA in accordance with all relevant professional standards, legislative requirements and the Authority's corporate vision, values and priorities which are underpinned by the newly adopted Lancashire Growth Plan.

This role is pivotal in shaping and delivering a modern, integrated, and sustainable transport system that supports Lancashire's economic growth, social inclusion, environmental and future devolution ambitions. The postholder will work collaboratively with the Authority's Constituent Councils of Lancashire County Council, Blackburn with Darwen Council and Blackpool Council, on the delivery of the LCCA's transport function, initially under a Commissioning and Assurance model.

We're looking for an experienced and respected transport leader who thrives in complex, high profile, multi stakeholder environments. Your extensive track record and background in delivering high quality transport services, major transport schemes and place-based strategies will be central to your success. Your ability to lead, inspire and motivate others within a culture of proactive service delivery and continuous improvement will be a critical asset.

Strong communication and influencing skills will help you build trusted relationships with colleagues and partners locally, regionally and nationally, while your experience in contract and risk management, as well as budget oversight, will support effective delivery. As a strategic leader, you'll enjoy building the Combined County Authority's transport function, helping to create a high-performing collaborative environment where everyone is aligned and working toward shared goals.

As a member of the senior leadership team, you will be skilled in working with Statutory and Chief Officers to further develop the Authority's activity, identity and culture as Lancashire continues its Devolution journey.

Please note:

this role is being advertised on behalf of Gaten and Sanderson. All applications must be submitted using the following link:
Job - Gatenby Sanderson before the closing date on 6th March 2026. Any applications submitted to Lancashire County Council will not be eligible for consideration.

• Job Category:
  Executive & Senior Management
• Posting Date: 02/09/2026, 02:17 PM
• Apply Before: 03/06/2026, 11:55 PM
• Job Schedule:
  
  Full time
• Locations:
  County Hall, Preston, PR1 8RE
  , GB
• Contract Type:
  Permanent
• Published: 13 Feb 2026