Transport Data Analyst

Our client, East Midlands Combined County Authority is currently seeking a highly skilled Transport Data Analyst to join their team in Chesterfield, East Midlands. This is a permanent role within the highways sector, offering the unique opportunity to shape the future of transport across the East Midlands.

• Lead the collection, integration, cleansing, and analysis of various transport-related datasets
• Develop high-quality dashboards, reports, and data visualisations using tools such as Excel, Power BI, GIS, Python, or R
• Apply statistical and analytical techniques to support forecasting, modelling, and scenario analysis
• Build and maintain robust evidence bases to support key strategies, including the Mayor''s Transport Plan
• Use GIS tools to analyse spatial data, map transport networks, and support place-based decision-making
• Lead on carbon reduction analysis and contribute to the development of transport decarbonisation strategies
• Ensure effective data management practices, including governance, quality assurance, security, and compliance
• Provide analytical support to business cases, funding bids, and project evaluations

• Strong experience using data analysis and visualisation tools such as Excel, Power BI, Python, R, or SQL
• Proven ability to work with large and complex datasets, applying analytical and statistical techniques
• Experience developing dashboards, automated reports, and repeatable analytical processes
• Experience using GIS software for spatial analysis and mapping
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outputs to deadlines
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience collaborating with a range of stakeholders across projects or programmes

• Experience working with transport data, modelling, or appraisal frameworks
• Knowledge of carbon quantification methodologies or environmental data analysis
• Experience supporting funding bids, business cases, or programme evaluation
• Experience integrating spatial and analytical datasets
• Familiarity with open data platforms and transport data sources

• Degree (or equivalent experience) in data analytics, mathematics, statistics, economics, computer science, or a related discipline
• Training or experience in data analytics, statistical modelling, or transport modelling
• Membership of a relevant professional body is desirable

• Up to 10 days paid leave in a 12-month period for caring responsibilities
• Healthcare cash plan
• A hybrid work model with remote working opportunities
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working hours
• Maternity, Paternity, IVF, Adopters, and Foster Carers support
• Discount scheme
• Car Benefit Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• 30 days holiday (plus 2 with continuous service) + bank holidays + your birthday (up to five extra days through salary sacrifice)
• Costco Membership
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Professional Membership Scheme
• Car Parking Discounts
• Car Sharing Scheme

• We lift our region: We always put the prosperity of the East Midlands region and its people first when carrying out our roles and achieving strategic outcomes
• We work together: We always challenge each other to be exceptional, embracing collaboration and acting to lift rather than win, working as one team
• We make an impact: We always make decisions that are evidence-led and which strengthen our region systemically. We hold ourselves to account for our actions
• We are human: We always take pride in who we are and the diversity we bring, communicating authentically and showing genuine interest in one another

If you are passionate about using data to inform decision-making and want to contribute to transformative change in transport, we encourage you to apply.

Apply now to join our client''s dedicated team within the East Midlands Combined County Authority.