Rural Surveyor

TipTopJob; Brecon; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to deliver comprehensive estate management services within a beautiful national park. This role focuses on sustainable land management, fostering relationships with the farming community, and contributing to strategic planning processes. You will play a key part in developing innovative management solutions and capital asset plans, while also promoting the Authority's work in sustainable land management. If you are passionate about rural policy and have the expertise to make a positive impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in Estate Management or related field required.
• At least 2 years of professional experience in land management.

Responsibilities

• Provide sustainable land management advice and support.
• Develop capital asset management plans and promote awareness.

Skills

Land Management

Environmental Issues

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Microsoft Office

Strategic Thinking

Diplomacy

Innovation

Education

Estate Management Degree

RICS Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Brecon, Powys, LD3 7HP

Salary: Grade 9 A GBP 37,938 - GBP 40,476 per annum

Closing Date: 26 May 2025

Interview Date: 5 June 2025

The Role

To provide the National Park Authority with a comprehensive, professional estate management service and expertise in sustainable land management, rural policy, and rural business development.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide advice, guidance, and support on sustainable land use and estate management to encourage appropriate and innovative management solutions.
2. Work with the wardens team and support organisational capital works projects delivery and partnerships.
3. Help the Authority build positive relationships with the farming community and other landowners within the National Park to establish effective partnerships for property management.
4. Contribute to the strategic planning process, considering sustainable land management and rural development.
5. Develop capital asset management plans, support events and activities on land, and contribute to new Natural Capital programmes.
6. Promote and raise awareness of the Authority's sustainable land management work externally, build partnerships, and maintain good relations with local communities, external organizations, agencies, and decision-makers.
7. Advise on agricultural, forestry, woodland, and arboriculture matters to Officers and Members, and support Development Control staff to meet legal duties.
8. Provide guidance on land, estate, and building management issues, develop income opportunities, and support site asset record maintenance.
9. Respond to statutory and informal consultations as required.
10. Write Management Plans for land owned, leased, or managed by the Authority, and oversee their implementation, safety, income development, and access improvements.
11. Perform any other duties appropriate to the grade as required by the Head of Estates and Countryside Management or the Executive Team.

Skills and Qualifications

1. An Estate Management or related degree.
2. A qualified member of RICS.
3. Knowledge of land use, land management, environmental issues, conservation, nature recovery, climate change, and sustainable development.
4. Knowledge of agriculture, forestry, and woodland issues.
5. Understanding of current rural policy matters.
6. Understanding of nature capital markets, income opportunities from rural land use, and local markets and supply chains.
7. Experience negotiating contracts, land use agreements, and tenancies.
8. Awareness of capital works programs, permissions, procurement, including common land.
9. Good communication, interpersonal skills, diplomacy, advocacy, persuasion, negotiation, organization, strategic thinking, innovation.
10. Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
11. At least 2 years of post-qualification professional experience.
12. Experience in a professional role with land-owning organizations or property consultancy, emphasizing conservation and public access.
13. Current driving licence.