DIO Graduate Development Surveyor

Defence Infrastructure Organisation; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in the UK is seeking a Graduate Surveyor to assist in various estate management programs. This role provides subject-matter expertise while progressing through a graduate program aimed at achieving a Higher Executive Officer grade. The position offers a salary of £33,730 per annum, along with a competitive benefits package, including pension contributions and tailored development opportunities, and is based in either Andover or Catterick with travel requirements.

Benefits

Pension contributions

Flexible working options

Tailored learning and development

25 days annual leave increasing to 30

Qualifications

• A RICS accredited degree awarded within the last two years or to be achieved by September 2026.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Strong interpersonal skills and an analytical, focused approach to work.
• Interest in property, planning and development with a desire to continue a career in this field.
• Demonstrated initiative and willingness to learn.
• Driving licence required for regular site travel.

Responsibilities

• Maximise capital receipts through sale of land and property surplus.
• Support identification of planning and disposal strategies.
• Assist with obtaining planning certainty for disposal sites.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor and manage data and financial aspects of disposal activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Education

RICS accredited degree in Property, Planning or Development at 2:2 or above

Job description

Overview

Graduate Surveyor roles within Estates work, assisting and supporting on a wide range of programmes and services across the UK. The role will provide subject‑matter expertise, communicate with key stakeholders and progress through an intensive graduate programme leading to the Higher Executive Officer (HEO) grade. Successful graduates will begin in September 2026 and will be based either in Andover or Catterick, with regular travel to sites within the region and occasional UK‑wide visits.

Responsibilities

• Maximise capital receipts through the sale of land and property surplus to MOD operational requirements.
• Support identification of suitable planning and disposal strategies that optimise value for surplus assets and deliver value for money for the taxpayer.
• Assist with obtaining planning certainty for disposal sites, including pre‑application advice, site allocation within emerging Local Plans, and the preparation and submission of planning applications.
• Support the disposal of surplus sites via partnering arrangements, auctions, and private treaty.
• Collaborate with the Accommodation Team to improve the supply and provision of military accommodation.
• Engage with a range of internal and external stakeholders to support planning and disposal work.
• Work closely with the Site Closure team to ensure disposal sites are ready for handover to the purchaser upon completion of any sale.
• Monitor and manage data and financial aspects of disposal activities.

Qualifications

• A RICS accredited degree in Property, Planning or Development at 2:2 or above, awarded within the last two years (or to be achieved by 1 September 2026).
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Strong interpersonal skills and an analytical, focused approach to work.
• Pronounced interest in property, planning and development, with a desire to continue a career in this field.
• Demonstrated initiative and willingness to learn.
• Driving licence (required for regular site travel).

Location & Travel

The role can be based at either Andover or Catterick. Successful applicants will be expected to attend their chosen location regularly for face‑to‑face meetings and collaboration. The role involves regular travel to sites within the chosen region and occasional UK‑wide site inspections, with a minimum of 60 % of working time in office (subject to site capacity and required workplace adjustments).

Salary & Benefits

Salary: £33,730 per annum. The Ministry of Defence contributes £9,771 towards membership of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Benefits include tailored learning and development, flexible working options (non‑contractual hybrid arrangement), a culture of inclusion and diversity, and 25 days of annual leave rising to 30 days after five years of service.

Nationality

Applications are open to UK nationals, nationals of the Republic of Ireland, Commonwealth countries with the right to work in the UK, EU/Switzerland/Norway/Iceland/Liechtenstein nationals (and their settled or pre‑settled family members), Turkish nationals and certain family members, and individuals with limited or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020.