A high-impact leadership role shaping the future of transport, connectivity and digital infrastructure across Hull and East Yorkshire.

Hull and East Yorkshire Combined Authority (HEYCA) is seeking an experienced Programme Director – Transport & Connectivity to lead one of its most critical and high-profile programmes of work. This role will play a central part in transforming how people and businesses move, connect and access opportunity across the region.

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The role

Reporting into the Executive Director of Strategy, Devolution & Operations, you will provide programme leadership for HEYCA’s Transport and Connectivity portfolio. You will be accountable for the successful delivery of a wide-ranging programme, including

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• Transition to HEYCA becoming the Strategic Transport Authority
• Local Transport Plan and Key Route Network
• Bus Service Improvement Plans, Enhanced Partnerships and Bus Franchising
• Rail and bus service delivery and engagement with Network North
• Active Travel strategy and delivery
• Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure (EVCI) strategy
• Wireless Infrastructure Strategy, digital inclusion and connectivity
• Implementation of the National Cyber Strategy 2022

You will work closely with the Mayor, Strategic Leadership Team, local authorities, operators and national bodies to ensure integrated, resilient and future-focused transport and digital networks.

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Key responsibilities

• Lead the planning and operational delivery of all Transport and Connectivity programmes
• Drive the transition to full Strategic Transport Authority powers, including bus services, franchising and concessionary schemes
• Secure reliable, resilient and value-for-money rail and bus services for the region
• Ensure active travel is embedded at the heart of an integrated transport network
• Lead the development and delivery of the Local Transport Plan for Hull and East Yorkshire
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with local authorities, transport operators and national stakeholders
• Lead the delivery of digital connectivity ambitions, including 5G and future networks
• Oversee implementation of the National Cyber Strategy to support secure connected places
• Represent HEYCA at regional and national forums relevant to transport and connectivity
• Provide effective leadership to multidisciplinary Transport and Connectivity teams
• Work collaboratively across the Strategic Leadership Team to align programmes and outcomes
• Act as deputy to the Executive Director when required

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About you

You will be an accomplished transport, infrastructure orc onnectivity leader with experience delivering complex, multi-stakeholder programmes at scale. You will bring:

• Strong programme and stakeholder management experience
• In-depth knowledge of transport policy, delivery and governance
• Experience working with local authorities, operators and national bodies
• The ability to balance strategic ambition with operational delivery
• A collaborative leadership style with a strong focus on outcomes

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Why join HEYCA?

This is a rare opportunity to help shape a new Combined Authority at a defining moment, delivering transformational transport and connectivity programmes that will have a lasting impact on the region.

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Please note the closing date for this vacancy is 12th of January 2026.