Estates Surveyor

Trafford Council; Trafford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

LGPS pension

Flexible working options

Career development opportunities

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Trafford Council is recruiting an Estates Surveyor to join the Greater Manchester Empty Homes and Leasing Programme. You will identify vacant properties, assess condition and repair needs, and negotiate agreements to secure 16 properties for Temporary Accommodation across Trafford.

This is a fixed term role ending 31 March 2029, on a 36.25-hour week with hybrid working. You will report to the Principal Estates Surveyor and work with Housing and Estates teams to deliver results.

Qualifications

• Degree plus relevant professional qualification (e.g., MRICS).
• Knowledge of commercial property management and public sector processes.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to drive projects and manage multiple properties.

Responsibilities

• Identify suitable vacant properties for Temporary Accommodation.
• Assess condition, negotiate agreements, and manage reporting.
• Coordinate with Housing and Estates teams to deliver targets.

Skills

Surveying

Estates management

Negotiation

Public sector experience

Education

Degree

RICS qualification

Tools

MS Office

Property management software

Job description

Working Pattern: Full time

Working Arrangement: 36.25 hours per week / Hybrid Working

Fixed Term End Date: 31/03/2029

Interview Date/Type: Face to face

SMART Working: We aim to offer flexibility wherever possible. Many of our colleagues work from home one or more days a week and/or adjust their hours. We call this SMART working - giving you the freedom to shape your working pattern around your life, whilst still delivering great outcomes. Speak with the hiring manager about the range of flexible working options available for this role.

About the Role

Trafford Council is proud to be part of the Greater Manchester Empty Homes and Leasing Programme, a collaborative initiative focused on bringing vacant properties back into meaningful use for local people. We are looking to recruit a motivated Surveyor who will play a key role in securing 16 properties across Trafford for use as Temporary Accommodation.

In this role, you will use empty homes intelligence to identify suitable properties, meet with owners, assess condition and repair needs, and negotiate agreements that support the programme’s goals. You will manage the full journey from initial identification through to occupation including all reporting and grant requirements necessary to support successful delivery.

This is a fixed term contract, with funding for the post in place up to 31 st March 2029. You will report to the Principal Estates Surveyor and work as part of the wider Estates team, collaborating closely with colleagues in Housing and Housing Standards.

About You

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to real change in local government. We are particularly keen to hear from people who bring the right mindset, values and motivation, even if their professional background doesn’t follow a traditional surveying route. If you are selfdriven, confident engaging with people, able to negotiate effectively, and comfortable managing a varied workload, we want to hear from you we can support you to develop the rest.

You will have a degree plus relevant professional qualification. In addition you should have knowledge and understanding of commercial property management and experience of working with the public, community and private sectors.

Additional Information

This advert may close early if we receive a high number of applications, so please apply as soon as possible.

Flexibility will be required to work outside core hours as the office is open from 7.00 am until 5.30 pm.

You will have flexibility in terms of hybrid working at home, in the office or from project sites around the Borough.

You will be required to drive in this role.

Find Out More.

For the full details of this opportunity, please refer to the role profile linked below.

If you have any questions or would like an informal chat you can get in contact with the hiring manager, Rachel Crawshaw Roberts, Principal Surveyor via email at [e-mail]

About us...

Trafford is a vibrant, inclusive borough at the heart of Greater Manchester. Home to 235,000 residents, four thriving town centres, over 11,000 businesses, and 60+ parks and green spaces. We’re a place where community and opportunity meet. With excellent transport links, a proud heritage as the birthplace of the NHS, world-class sporting venues and outstanding schools, Trafford is a fantastic place to live, work, and thrive.

Why Trafford?

We’re more than just a local authority; we’re a team of passionate people committed to making a real difference. We deliver essential services that matter, from education and social care to business support, licensing, libraries and leisure and much more. No matter what your role is with us, you will help us to create a borough where all our “residents, businesses and communities thrive.”

Our Culture...

Our values are at the heart of everything we do. They’re not just words on a wall, they shape how we work together, make decisions, and support each other every day.

They help us create a workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and inspired to do their best. If you share these values and want your work to have real purpose and impact, Trafford is the perfect place to grow your career.

What you'll love about working with us...

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development and work-life balance:

• Generous Leave: Start with 26 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), with options to carry over or buy extra days.
• Flexible Perks: Discounts on car leasing, cycle to work, home tech, plus family friendly policies and hybrid working
• Invest in your future: Join our generous Local Government Pension Scheme for peace of mind.
• Grow with us: We'll support your development at every stage! Through leadership programmes like our EPIC Manager, LEAP into leadership and senior leadership. Plus, you'll have access to specialist qualifications and personal coaching to unlock your full potential.
• Wellbeing First: Guided wellbeing walks and “Tea and Talk” sessions, and events like World Mental Health and National Fitness Day.
• Connect with us: Connect with colleagues through our staff forums or join our Let’s Talk events to network, share ideas, and hear about the exciting work happening across our council.
• Be Celebrated: For all your hard work, ideas and contributions through at our annual Time to Shine event, our cheers for peers’ scheme or through our EPIC Star Awards.

Key Information...

• Pre-Employment Checks: If offered a role, as a minimum we’ll need to verify your right to work in the UK, receive two satisfactory references, and medical check. Some roles may also require a DBS check and/or police vetting, which will be noted on the role profile.
• Please note: We are not a licensed sponsor and will not be able to support with your work visa.
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Supporting Documents

Estates Surveyor Role Profile