Assistant Network Manager

Assistant Network Manager Location: Aintree | Full-time | Department: Commercial | Reports to: Network Manager

Shape the future of transport with Arriva. Arriva is one of Europe’s leading transport services providers, delivering over 2.2 billion passenger journeys annually across 14 countries. With a proud heritage dating back to 1938 and an ambitious growth agenda under new ownership by I Squared (2024), we’re driving innovation and excellence in public transport. Now, we’re looking for a strategic, data-savvy, and commercially minded Assistant Network Manager to help us build smarter, more reliable networks for the communities we serve.

What you’ll be doing:

As Assistant Network Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping and optimising our bus networks to meet the evolving needs of customers, stakeholders, and local authorities. You’ll support the Network Manager in delivering efficient, punctual, and customer-focused services that drive commercial growth and operational excellence.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Designing and implementing network changes that improve reliability, efficiency, and profitability.

• Using data and insight to build robust business cases and monitor performance against targets.

• Leading on timetable creation, service registrations, and stakeholder consultations.

• Collaborating with marketing, operations, finance, and union representatives to ensure smooth rollouts.

• Representing Arriva at public events and with external stakeholders to promote our services.

• Supporting tender development and contract management, including mobilisation and reporting.

• Managing and developing Scheduler(s), and working closely with the Schedules Optimisation Lead to drive continuous improvement.

What we’re looking for:

We’re after someone who thrives in a fast-paced, data-driven environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality public transport. You’ll need to be a confident communicator, a strategic thinker, and a collaborative team player.

Essential skills and experience:

• Strong analytical and planning skills, with experience using data to inform decisions.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

• Knowledge of transport planning, scheduling, or network design (bus or rail preferred).

• Experience managing or supporting projects with multiple stakeholders.

• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Why join Arriva?

• Be part of a purpose-driven organisation making a real difference in communities.

• Work with a passionate, forward-thinking team in a dynamic and evolving industry.

• Enjoy opportunities for personal development and career progression.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

This job description sets out the main duties and responsibilities of the job-holder. It does not constitute an exhaustive or comprehensive description of duties and the job holder will be required to carry out any additional tasks as and when requested to do so by their manager. Responsibilities and duties may also change in light of future business needs and personal development.