Rural Surveyor

Smiley & Co, Ltd.; Brecon; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Rural Surveyor to deliver a comprehensive estate management service. This role involves advising on sustainable land use, fostering relationships with the farming community, and contributing to strategic planning for rural development. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Estate Management, be a qualified member of RICS, and possess strong communication and negotiation skills. Join a reputable organization committed to sustainable land management and make a significant impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Degree in Estate Management or related field required.
• Qualified member of RICS needed for this role.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice on sustainable land use and estate management.
• Contribute to strategic planning for rural development.

Skills

Land Use Knowledge

Sustainable Development

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Environmental Issues Knowledge

Project Management

Education

Estate Management Degree

RICS Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Rural Surveyor

Location: Brecon, Powys, LD3 7HP

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

Closing Date: 26 May 2025

Interview Date: 5 June 202

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

• Provide advice, guidance and support on sustainable land use and estate management to encourage appropriate and innovative management solutions.
• Work with the wardens team and support organisational capital works projects delivery and partnerships.
• Help the Authority build positive relationships with the farming community and other landowners within the National Park in order to establish effective partnerships for the management of its properties.
• Contribute to the strategic planning process to ensure proper account is taken of matters relating to sustainable land management and rural development.
• Including development of capital asset management plans, supporting with events and activities on their land and input into the development of new Natural Capital programmes of work.
• Promote and raise awareness of the Authority’s sustainable land management work externally, build partnerships and good relations with local communities, external organisations, agencies and key decision makers and act as advocate to enable the Authority to develop its reputation and influence.
• To provide advice on agricultural, forestry, woodland and arboriculture matters to Officers and Members and advise Development Control staff to support the delivery of their missions and meet legal duties.
• Provide advice and guidance to Authority staff on land, estate and building management issues and develop income generation opportunities, in partnership with their Head of Commercial and their Estates Managers. Support the development and maintenance of site asset records and management plans (digital and paper).
• To respond to statutory and informal consultations as required.
• To write Management Plans for land owned, leased or managed by the National Park Authority. To implement, supervise and monitor such management using contractors and/or National Park Authority staff. To include responsibilities as agreed with the wider team and Head of Service, support for activities on their land, health and safety assessment and management, development of income streams and supporting with access improvements, sustainable tourism/visitor management and local community engagement.
• Any other duty, appropriate to the grade and nature of the post as required by the Head of Estates and Countryside Management or members of the Executive Team.

Skills and Qualifications

• An Estate Management or related degree.
• A qualified member of RICS.
• Knowledge of land use and land management, environmental issues, conservation, nature recovery, climate change and sustainable development.
• Knowledge of agriculture, forestry and woodland issues.
• A good understanding of current rural policy matters is a prerequisite.
• A good understanding of the developing nature capital markets, opportunities for income generation from rural land use and local markets and supply chains.
• Experience of negotiation of contracts, land use agreements, tenancies.
• Awareness of the requirements of capital works programs, permissions, procurement, including the Common land.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, including diplomacy, advocacy, persuasion, negotiation, good organisation, strategic thinking and planning, innovation.
• Computer literate in the use of Microsoft Office software.
• At least 2 years post-qualification professional experience.
• Held a Professional position with a substantial land-owning organisation or property consultancy, with an emphasis on conservation and public access.
• Current driving licence

To Apply

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