Public Transport Technician

General Information

• Organisation: Leicestershire County Council (Sustainable Travel Team)

• Role: Public Transport Technician (2 vacancies)

• Location: County Hall, Glenfield, Leicester, LE3 8RA

• Worker Category: Hybrid Worker (Includes significant outdoor/field work)

• Salary: £25,191 – £25,590 per annum

• Closing Date: 22nd February 2026

• Interview Date: Week commencing 9th March 2026

Financials & Hours

• Working Hours: 37 hours per week (Full-time)

• Contract Type: Permanent

• Flexible Working: Open to discussions on compressed hours, flexible start/finish times, and part-time requests.

Key Responsibilities

• Infrastructure Maintenance: Installing and repairing roadside information such as bus stop flags, timetable cases, and town boards using manual and power tools.

• Audits & Inspections: Conducting on-site inspections of shelters, hard-standing areas, and display facilities to ensure they meet standards.

• Data Management: Updating internal databases and spreadsheets with information gathered during site visits.

• Publicity Production: Assisting in the creation of roadside materials, notices, and waysides.

• Vehicle Care: Responsible for daily checks and inspections of a council-provided vehicle to ensure roadworthiness.

Working Environment

• Lone Working: Requires the ability to work independently without direct supervision.

• Outdoor Work: Involves working outside in all weather conditions.

• Highway Working: High focus on Health & Safety, risk assessments, and wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Candidate Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: NVQ Level 2 OR GCSE English and Maths (Grades A-C) OR equivalent demonstrable work experience.

• Driving: Must hold a valid full UK driving licence.

• Technical Skills: Experience using power tools (e.g., drills, metal banding equipment) and the physical ability to lift and fix equipment to poles.

• IT Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel for data entry.

Attributes

• Geographical Knowledge: Good understanding of the Leicestershire County area.

• Safety Conscious: Awareness of H&S processes relevant to working on highways.

• Self-Motivated: Ability to plan and prioritise your own workload.

Demographics & Diversity at Leicestershire County Council

Leicestershire County Council actively seeks to improve representation. For context on the local workforce and community they serve:

• Ethnic Diversity: In Leicestershire, approximately 15-20% of the population identifies as belonging to an ethnically diverse group (this rises significantly within Leicester City itself).

• Disability Confident: As a Disability Confident Employer, the Council guarantees an interview to any disabled applicant who meets the “About You” criteria.

How to Apply

1. CV & Supporting Statement: You must submit both.

2. Statement Limit: Your supporting statement must be no longer than 500 words.

3. Focus: Directly address how you meet the criteria in the “About You” section, particularly your experience with tools and working independently.

Quick Tip: Since this role requires highway working, mentioning any specific H&S certifications or experience wearing PPE in previous roles will be a major advantage in your 500-word statement.