Graduate Rural Surveyor at Kelda Group Limited

Bradford, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Mar, 26

Salary

33689.0

Posted On

06 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication Skills, Team Player, Report Writing Skills, Time Management, Health & Safety Compliance, Relationship Management, Problem Solving, Attention To Detail, Commercial Awareness

Industry

Utilities

Description

Graduate Rural Surveyor Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water: We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience, 5b: £28,519 - £33,689 A company car through company car lease scheme Annual incentive related bonus (£1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year) Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution) Development opportunities in line with the Graduate Rural Surveyor progression plan 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays – plus an extra wellness day! Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary A great benefits package – choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover. Retail savings scheme Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more! Location: Bradford/ Hybrid Working – minimum of 1 day per week in Bradford ** This role will initially be based in Bradford but we’re moving our office to Leeds Valley Park in Summer 2026, so you’ll be based there in the future ** Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week We have an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Rural Surveyor to join the Estates Team in Land and Property at Yorkshire Water. Could this be you? What we do: Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year, can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, it’s so much more than this. We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshire’s water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the region’s health, wellbeing, and prosperity. New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. The Land and Property Department are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators. As a Graduate Rural Surveyor, you will be an integral part of the Estates Team in the Land and Property department at Yorkshire Water. Reporting directly to the Lead Rural Surveyor whilst working alongside other surveyors, you will be at the forefront of assisting with the management of one of the country’s largest land holdings. Your workload will be incredibly varied from supporting with the managing of the rural, residential and recreational estates, to helping achieve and maintain compliance, dealing with Landlord and Tenant matters including, new lettings and rent reviews, helping to answer estate related enquiries, undertaking inspections, dealing with alternative land use and environmental considerations and acquisitions and disposals. In addition, you will be supporting the Lead Rural Surveyor in assisting and supporting a Project Team and Building Surveyor who are responsible for delivering maintenance and capital works across the rural estate. Regional travel will be required. Where you fit in: We are seeking a motivated and ambitious Graduate Rural Surveyor to join our team. You will be supported and mentored by experienced professionals as you work towards the successful completion of your Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) to become MRICS. The Successful candidate will gain wide-ranging experience in estate management and will be expected to: Assist with the management of tenanted land and properties, working with internal and external stakeholders and contract partners to ensure the rural estate is managed both efficiently and compliantly. Provide support to the Lead Rural Surveyor and other surveyors within the Estates Team on general estate matters, Landlord and Tenant issues, rent reviews, lease renewals, new lettings and property acquisitions and disposals in relation to the implementation of the company’s strategy. Work with Project and Building Surveyor teams to support with planning and delivering programs of works across the estate. Support on and assist with all aspects of the day to day running of the estate, including helping to answer estate related enquiries Work with internal and external stakeholders to help problem solve and aid in identifying risks and opportunities throughout the estate. Provide support on land and property audit inspections. What skills & qualifications you will need: Essential: Hold an MRICS accredited degree. Commitment to professional development, including working towards successful completion of RICS APC. Good communication skills and the ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships. Good presentation and report writing skills. A good team player but with the ability to prioritise and manage own time effectively. Drive excellent standards, behaviours and performance in Health & Safety, Risk Management and conduct at work ensuring compliance with YW safety policy. Demonstrate Company Values and Behaviours. A proven ability to develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders. A full driving licence. You will also benefit from having: A genuine interest in the rural environment and its future. Ability to manage workload in an organised and timely manner, whilst ensuring attention to detail remains. A team player and supporting in achieving wider corporate outcomes and targets. Commercial awareness. Attention to detail and accuracy. Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, it’s important to us that we support flexible working patterns and job share options (when we can), to help you make the best of both your work and home life. We know that juggling childcare responsibilities or getting that ideal work/life balance isn’t always easy! Do we sound like your cup of tea?   If you’ve got experience in Land Surveying and want to help us deliver great service for our customers whilst looking after the environment, then be sure to apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you. Accessibility We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We offer a range of adjustments to make your application experience as comfortable and straightforward as possible. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that requires changes to the recruitment process, please include this information in your application. We will then discuss any reasonable adjustments required. Just a heads-up! We might start interviewing and close the position earlier based on the response. To make sure you’re considered, please send in your application as soon as you can. If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third-Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance. All our roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, and further medicals when required. No agencies please

Responsibilities

As a Graduate Rural Surveyor, you will assist with the management of rural, residential, and recreational estates, ensuring compliance and addressing Landlord and Tenant matters. You will also support project teams in delivering maintenance and capital works across the rural estate.