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Special Olympics Australia - Junior National Games 2021 - Transportation Manager

Special Olympics Australia - National Office
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  • Develop the overall transportation plan that will meet the needs of the Games.
  • Liaise with other organising committee members and State Heads of Delegation to document the transport requirements to/from venues, associated arrival and departure times and numbers of participants, taking into consideration all unique mobility requirements of athletes.
  • Establish a daily transportation schedule that implements the transportation plan.
  • Review and gain approval of daily transportation schedule with other organising committee members (Accommodation Mgr, Volunteer Mgr, Event Mgr, Safety Manager etc.) to ensure all transport requirements are known and documented.
  • Assist in the recruitment of a team to assist with the implementation of the daily transportation schedule.
  • Identify transportation vehicle needs; source and secure all vehicles required to implement the daily transportation schedule.
  • Implement policies and procedures for transportation operations for the Games, with an emphasis on safety, standards and quality of service.
  • Establish, implement and manage a transportation services plan including a comprehensive communication and tracking system to meet the needs of the Games.
  • Supervise daily transportation operations at the Games.
  • In collaboration with the Event Manager, identify and manage risks in relation to transportation services to ensure a safe working environment at all venues.
  • Work with other relevant event staff to finalise the timelines for arrivals and departures of the Games constituent groups.
  • Maintain regular communication with other event staff to ensure a consistent approach.
  • Preparation and supply of all necessary written materials for transportation operations.
  • In collaboration with the Volunteer Manager, use the transportation schedule to detail requirements to all transport services volunteers at appropriate accommodations and venues.
  • In collaboration with the Accommodation Manager, use the transportation schedule to detail requirements to all accommodations re arrival and departure times, number of buses and number of participants etc. to assist with booking participants in / out plus allow for scheduling of meal times.
  • In collaboration with the Venue Manager,(s) use the transportation schedule to detail requirements to all venues re arrival and departure times, number of buses and number of participants.
  • Ensure personnel and vehicles are assigned appropriately and scheduled according to the needs of the Games.
  • Work closely with public agencies to ensure compliance with all transportation and traffic regulations.
  • Adhere to all Special Olympics Australia and National Games policies and procedures and communicate these to all transport services volunteers.
  • Attend all meetings and report as required.
  • Monitor the Transport budget, ensuring adherence to the overall Games budget.
  • Liaise with the airport, accommodation and sport venues to identify suitable and safe drop-off and collection points for team coaches.
  • Identify requirements and enrol traffic management services at required drop-off and collection points of team coaches.
  • Submit a Post-Games Report by 20 November 2021
You can not apply for this role as it is no longer available.