Transport Data Analyst

• Hours: 37 hours per week (full time)
• Contract: Permanent
• Salary: Grade 6 - £32,053 - £34,950
• Location: Sheffield (hybrid working)

South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) is committed to creating a modern, integrated and sustainable transport network that supports economic growth and improves opportunities for people across the region.

We are looking for a curious and analytical Transport Data Analyst to join our Insight Team and help shape the future of transport across South Yorkshire.

This role will support the delivery of research, analysis and reporting activities across a range of transport programmes, including public transport, active travel and wider strategic transport priorities. Working with colleagues across SYMCA, you will help ensure that decisions are informed by robust data, evidence and insight.

Applications must be accompanied by a cover letter to detail how you meet the criteria as detailed within the role profile. (please see role profile attached). Please note, all applications should be made directly via our careers portal.

We are interested in hearing about the following in your cover letter:

• What interests you about this role and why do you want to work in transport analysis?
• An example of a piece of analysis you have undertaken. What was the objective, what methods did you use and what conclusion did you reach?
• An example of explaining complex concepts. How did you do this?
• An example of a difficult problem you have faced during studies, employment or other activities. How did you approach it?
• An example of using data and analytical software to analyse and present data.

About The Role

Reporting to the Lead Transport Research & Data Analyst, you will support the collection, analysis and interpretation of transport data, helping to provide evidence that informs policy, planning and service improvements.

In This Role, You Will

• Support the delivery of transport research, analysis and reporting activities
• Maintain and update transport datasets, ensuring information is accurate and reliable
• Assist with customer research, consultations, surveys and engagement activities
• Analyse data from a variety of sources and contribute to performance reporting and dashboards
• Support monitoring of public transport, active travel and other transport programmes
• Produce reports, visualisations and insights that support decision-making and service improvement
• Respond to information requests and contribute to evidence used in transport strategies and programmes
• Apply quality assurance processes to ensure data and analysis are accurate and consistent
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, stakeholders and partners to support evidence-based decision-making
• Ensure data is managed in line with relevant legislation, policies and best practice

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your analytical skills while contributing to projects and programmes that improve transport services across South Yorkshire.

About You

You will be an analytical and detail-oriented individual with a passion for data and an interest in transport, research and public policy.

You Will Bring

• Experience or knowledge of data analysis, research or statistical techniques gained through education or employment
• Strong numerical and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and present data clearly
• Experience using Excel and an interest in developing skills in analytical and business intelligence tools
• The ability to present findings through reports, charts, dashboards and other visual formats
• Experience of working with survey data, customer insight or performance information
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain data and insights to a range of audiences
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
• A commitment to accuracy, quality and continuous improvement

More importantly, you will be passionate about using data and evidence to help improve transport services and contribute to better outcomes for communities across South Yorkshire.

Benefits

All colleagues have access to a Local Government Pension Scheme and the chance to be part of an organisation where you can really make a difference. Located in Sheffield City Centre, we are well-placed for transport links and encourage employees to take advantage of the active travel facilities. Work/life balance is extremely important to us here at SYMCA with our recognised family/friendly policies, genuine work flexibility, recognition, and shared success.

In addition to the above, some of our benefits include -

Holiday Entitlement – From 28 to 36 days annual leave entitlement (depending on length of service) plus bank holidays. Pro-rata for part time colleagues.

Annual Leave Purchase Scheme – The ability to purchase up to a further 15 days per year in additional to your normal annual leave

Hybrid working – Our offices are a space where we come together and collaborate. Most of our roles are offered on a hybrid basis with the exception of some support roles being onsite full time. Please note, unless specified within the job advert, we cannot accommodate remote working contracts.

Flexible Hours Scheme – Most roles within SYMCA work under the Flexi-Scheme which allows office-based employees’ flexibility and discretion over their working hours. Under the scheme employees can accrue a defined amount of credit or debit of working hours, and to take time-off in the form of Flexi-Leave or banked Annual Leave.

Rewarding You - Reducing everyday expenses through discounts, benefits, financial advice, wellbeing solutions and more with Reward Gateway and Cycle-to-Work schemes.

Training on the job - Support with upskilling skills through on-the-job training and qualifications

Professional Membership Fees – Where membership to Professional bodies is applicable to your role, SYMCA will reimburse your membership fees where applicable and following approval by Line Management.

Diversity at South Yorkshire Combined Mayoral Authority

Our workforce is made up of a diverse community, where we all belong and feel part of something bigger. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.

All employees are eligible to request Flexible Working arrangements from day one of employment as such all requests will be considered subject to operation requirements.

Where candidates share disabilities within the application process, if they demonstrate that they meet all essential criteria from the Role Profile within their application, they will automatically be invited to interview.

If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the process, please contact [email protected] or include within your application form detailing the adjustment and how it will assist in managing any barriers.