CareerPlan

Field Operations Manager

BristolFull-time£40k–£45k2026-10-26 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Oversee day-to-day operations for Via's Westlink transit service, ensuring safe, reliable, and accessible transportation for riders in the UK.

Role type

Senior Field Operations Manager

Builds

Transit-as-a-Service (TaaS) operations for Via's Westlink service

Domain

Public transportation / Mobility

Required skills

People management, logistics, customer service, process optimization, real-time decision making, data analysis, stakeholder communication, driver coaching, root cause analysis, fleet management, compliance management

Preferred skills

CPC training, Qualified Transport Manager status, fixed-line bus operations experience

Technologies

Digital tools for data analysis and operations

Responsibilities

Run daily onsite operations, partner with cross-functional teams to scale processes, make real-time decisions on fleet and driver supply, guide and support drivers, turn rider feedback into concrete changes, act as a bridge between partners, drivers, and central teams

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC