Assistant Manager - Lands & Buildings (Power Systems/Transmission)

CLP Group; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

CLP Group's Lands & Buildings Branch in Hong Kong is seeking a seasoned land and town planning specialist to provide expert guidance for utility installation projects. The role involves monitoring leased facilities, ensuring compliance with relevant ordinances, and liaising with government agencies and private sector partners on land and wayleaves matters.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, you will obtain government approvals, supervise and coach team members, and support performance management

Qualifications

• A recognized university degree in Land Administration / Estate Management / Land Management / Surveying or equivalent with a minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience
• Corporate membership of the Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors (General Practice Division) is preferable
• Thorough knowledge of local legislations, policies and procedures on land & wayleaves
• Good contacts and relations with internal and external parties including Government departments in land and wayleaves matters
• Proficient in spoken and written English and Chinese
• Possession of a valid HK driving licence is an advantage

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on land and town planning matters to facilitate the progress of utility installation projects
• Monitor the facilities under operation with routine site inspection to ensure that all lease and statutory requirements under related Ordinances are fully complied with
• Liaise with Government and / or private sector on land and wayleaves matters, such as land / property acquisition, land resumption, tenancy / license related to utility network
• Obtain Government approvals for planning application, lease modification, waiver, permission letter, cable reserves, overhead line protection area, etc.
• Supervise subordinates to implement their functional duties
• Provide guidance and support to team members and oversee their performance
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Land Administration / Estate Management / Land Management / Surveying

Tools

MS Office

Database management system

Job description

Contract Period: Permanent / 2-Year Contract

We are looking for high calibre professional to join the Lands & Buildings Branch. Reporting to the Senior Manager - Lands & Buildings (Transmission & Distribution), the appointee will be responsible for the following duties:

• Provide expert advice on land and town planning matters to facilitate the progress of utility installation projects
• Monitor the facilities under operation with routine site inspection to ensure that all lease and statutory requirements under related Ordinances are fully complied with
• Liaise with Government and / or private sector on land and wayleaves matters, such as land / property acquisition, land resumption, tenancy / license related to utility network
• Obtain Government approvals for planning application, lease modification, waiver, permission letter, cable reserves, overhead line protection area, etc.
• Supervise subordinates to implement their functional duties
• Provide guidance and support to team members and oversee their performance
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Requirements:

• A recognized university degree in Land Administration / Estate Management / Land Management / Surveying or equivalent with a minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience
• Corporate membership of the Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors (General Practice Division) is preferable
• Thorough knowledge of local legislations, policies and procedures on land & wayleaves
• Good contacts and relations with internal and external parties including relevant Government departments in land and wayleaves matters
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skills
• Being business-minded, performance-driven, customer and result-oriented
• Mindful and with good safety awareness
• Proficient in spoken and written English and Chinese
• Proficient in MS Office application & database management system
• Possession of a valid HK driving license is an advantage

ABOUT CLP

CLP was founded in Hong Kong in 1901, at a time when electricity was still a novelty worldwide. Today we power millions of homes and businesses across the Asia-Pacific region with over 8,000 employees.In Hong Kong, we operate a vertically integrated electricity business providing a highly reliable supply of electricity to over 80% of the city’s population. Outside Hong Kong, we invest in the energy sector on the Chinese Mainland, in Australia, India, Taiwan Region and Thailand. Our business spans the electricity value chain ranging from power generation, transmission and distribution to retail and smart energy services. We have a diversified portfolio of generating assets that uses a wide range of fuels sources including nuclear, renewables, gas and coal. To meet the evolving needs of energy users in a world being reshaped by decarbonisation and digitalisation, we strive to embrace new opportunities and expand our horizons as we fulfil our purpose to Power Brighter Tomorrows.