QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience in either wayleave/access negotiation or civil/site engineering within the utilities, power transmission, or infrastructure sectors.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills with the ability to deal with a wide range of stakeholders, including the general public.

Working knowledge of relevant UK legislation related to land access, planning, and environmental consents.

• Good understanding of OHL construction techniques and sequencing (132kV – 400kV preferred).
• Competency in reading technical drawings, maps, and land registry plans.
• CSCS card and full UK driving licence required.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

We require a proactive and adaptable Wayleave Warden to join our GGP Business Unit providing critical support in enabling and executing high-voltage construction works.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

Including but not limited to the following:

• Engage with landowners, tenants, agents, local authorities, and statutory bodies to secure necessary wayleave agreements, access rights, and consents.
• Conduct site visits and assessments to identify access constraints, environmental sensitivities, and land use impacts.
• Support in resolving landowner concerns, disputes, and compensation discussions in coordination with client Wayleave Officers.
• Maintain accurate records of wayleave status, correspondence, access agreements, and engagement logs.
• Liaise with the client’s wayleave, legal, and environmental teams to ensure alignment with scheme requirements.
• Contribute to access strategy development and route planning from a construction logistics perspective.
• Act as a role model for Omexom Company Values