Bus Station Supervisor - Traffic Management & Parking
| Posting date: | 08 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £34,434 to £36,363 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 January 2026 |
| Location: | Bridgend, CF31 4WB |
| Company: | Bridgend County Borough Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 18208_CBC |
Summary
37 hours per week
We are seeking a suitable candidate to join our bus station team to undertake the role of Bus Station Supervisor in support of the delivery of the Councils Public Transport function.
This is an interesting and wide ranging role, where the successful candidate will be responsible for the management of effective and safe operation of Bridgend Bus Station and Porthcawl Metrolink whilst providing quality customer service, information and assistance to all users.
The post will ensure the adherence to agreed working practices of the Bus Station Regulators and bus drivers and ensuring there is no conflict between buses and pedestrians within the confines of the bus stations.
The post will also oversee staffing, and the day-to-day management of the bus stations.
The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate leadership, be proactive, have effective oral and written communication, and be able to adapt to handle unexpected situations, working on their own initiative.
Working Hours
The working week is 37 hours (average) which will normally be worked in line with the shift system in use. However, there may be a requirement to work in excess of these hours to meet to the needs of the service.
A shift system is in operation whereby the Bus Station is open from Monday to Saturday 08:00 to 18:00 and Sunday and Bank Holidays 10:00 to 16:00. As you are required to work weekends, you will be entitled to an enhanced rate of pay.
Location
The normal place of work will be in Bridgend Bus Station. However, you may be required to work elsewhere within the County Borough. Therefore, a full driving licence and access to motor vehicle is essential.
Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.
Weekend Working, Standby Duties are a requirement of this post.
Closing Date: 28 January 2026
Shortlisting Date: 29 January 2026
Interview Date: 10 February 2026
Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council
Job Description & Person Specification
We are seeking a suitable candidate to join our bus station team to undertake the role of Bus Station Supervisor in support of the delivery of the Councils Public Transport function.
This is an interesting and wide ranging role, where the successful candidate will be responsible for the management of effective and safe operation of Bridgend Bus Station and Porthcawl Metrolink whilst providing quality customer service, information and assistance to all users.
The post will ensure the adherence to agreed working practices of the Bus Station Regulators and bus drivers and ensuring there is no conflict between buses and pedestrians within the confines of the bus stations.
The post will also oversee staffing, and the day-to-day management of the bus stations.
The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate leadership, be proactive, have effective oral and written communication, and be able to adapt to handle unexpected situations, working on their own initiative.
Working Hours
The working week is 37 hours (average) which will normally be worked in line with the shift system in use. However, there may be a requirement to work in excess of these hours to meet to the needs of the service.
A shift system is in operation whereby the Bus Station is open from Monday to Saturday 08:00 to 18:00 and Sunday and Bank Holidays 10:00 to 16:00. As you are required to work weekends, you will be entitled to an enhanced rate of pay.
Location
The normal place of work will be in Bridgend Bus Station. However, you may be required to work elsewhere within the County Borough. Therefore, a full driving licence and access to motor vehicle is essential.
Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.
Weekend Working, Standby Duties are a requirement of this post.
Closing Date: 28 January 2026
Shortlisting Date: 29 January 2026
Interview Date: 10 February 2026
Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council
Job Description & Person Specification
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