Job number UU00781
Country: United Kingdom
Region: Warrington
Location name: Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP
Posting End Date: 20/02/2025
Band: 5a
Role Type: Permanent
Work hours: 37 Hours per Week
Salary: £43,994
Salary: £43,994
Work Type: Hybrid
Job Location: Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP
Role Type: Permanent
Employment Type: Full Time
Working Hours: 37.0 Hours per Week
United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.
We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.
We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.
We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.
* A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
* A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
* Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
* A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
* MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
* Best Doctors
* Salary Finance
* Wealth at Work courses
* Deals and discounts
* EVolve Car Scheme
* Employee Assistance Plan
* Mental health first aiders
* ShareBuy
* Enhanced parental leave schemes
Job Purpose
* We have an exciting opportunity for a Surveyor to join our Access & Acquisitions Team within our Property Services Department based at our Head Office in Warrington.
* You will get to work alongside multidiscipline project teams as part of the Company’s Capital Programme to ensure the successful delivery and construction of new infrastructure and facilitate access to land to operate and maintain our vast network of water mains and sewers across the region.
* You will provide a comprehensive access and acquisitions service to other key departments including Capital Delivery & Engineering, Water & Wastewater Network Services, Developer Services and Legal Services.
Accountabilities & Responsibilities
When managing a caseload of capital and network projects, you will carry out tasks such as:
* Providing advice on the Company's Statutory Powers of Entry, issuing Statutory Notices, Land referencing, preparing valuations and budgets, negotiating compensation claims
* Acquiring land, landowner liaison and consultation, agreeing and advising on accommodation and reinstatement works, water main bursts, liaising with Schedule 13 Protected Undertakers, providing advice on pipe route and site selection
* Arranging temporary site compound licence agreements, assisting with Magistrates Warrants of Entry, Upper Tribunal (Lands chamber) referrals and CPO inquiries
* Representing the Company at meetings with key stakeholders
* Assisting with the training and supervision of surveyors working towards their APC, together with other aspects in the Property Services Department as required
Technical Skills & Experience
* A working knowledge of the Water Industry Act 1991 and the Company's Code of Practice for Pipe laying in private land.
* An awareness of the relevant legislation and government guidance pertaining to the statutory compensation code and compulsory purchase procedures, valuation method principles.
* A sound commercial approach and business acumen.
* Excellent communication skills (both oral and written) and good negotiating skills.
* Good planning, prioritisation, self motivation and time management skills with the ability to achieve targets and meet deadlines.
* A full driving Licence and your own transport.
This role may not be eligible for visa sponsorship.
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications:
Hold a Land and/or Property Management Degree accredited to the RICS.
Desirable Qualifications:
* You will preferably be a qualified Chartered Surveyor (Commercial, Valuation, Rural or Land & Resources pathway) and a Registered Valuer or an APC Candidate nearing their Chartered Membership.
* You’ll preferably be a Qualified or Probationary Member of the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers.
About the Team
The A&A Team specialise in gaining entry to private land to carry out pipe laying works, consulting with affected landowners, occupiers and other key stakeholders and the statutory framework surrounding the valuation, compensation and acquisition of land.
We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.
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