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Northern Powergrid

Wayleave Surveyor

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Northern Powergrid
Delivers electricity to homes and businesses across the North of England.
Acquire and manage land rights and consents for electricity network projects.
12d ago
£39,937 - £53,711
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Leeds, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
3,800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Electricity Distribution
Engineering
Technical Services
Maintenance
Network Operations
Asset Management
Project Management
Infrastructure Development
Sector Specialisms
Electricity Distribution
New Connections
High Voltage Cable
Low Voltage Cable
Extra High Voltage Cable
Priority Services Support
Network Asset Management
Substation Services
Role
What you would be doing
stakeholder liaison
wayleave acquisition
land rights
claim negotiation
team collaboration
quality delivery

You will be the direct point of contact for grantors and stakeholders relating to wayleave issues and will project manage the land rights requirements across multiple projects.

The Field Operations Land Rights team are responsible for obtaining land rights and environmental agreements for our construction teams to ensure the network develops to a smarter, more flexible system that is central to the region’s journey to net zero

Acquisition of wayleaves consents, easements and land access permissions

Negotiation and settlement of agricultural, wayleave and property loss claims

Team working is essential in this role to develop and implement new solutions. You will be part of a high-performing team, delivering for our customers

Deliver quality outputs to required deadlines

What you bring
problem solving
rics
degree
driving licence
customer service
organisational skills

The role requires an individual who is customer focused, highly motivated, very organised and IT literate. You will meet and communicate regularly with our grantors, customers, Land Agents, local authorities and statutory bodies, attend site meetings and share advice and technical knowledge with our colleagues and contractors.

Problem solving is a must when faced with the scale and pace of change

Response to statutory notices.

Excellent verbal and written skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders from across the business and wider community

In order to comply with our electricity distribution license, we have to ensure our colleagues are fit and proper to visit and enter our customers premises. Consequently, as this role may involve visiting and entering our customers premises, please be aware that the successful candidate will be subject to a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please confirm in our application if you are content for this check to be completed.

Membership of RICS, CAAV or MRTPI is desirable but not essential

Experience of Customer Service, managing projects and negotiations are desirable

Preferably qualified to degree level, in a related subject i.e., Law, Agriculture, Property, Valuation, Environment OR a minimum of 2 A Levels / AS Levels (Grade A-C)

Excellent organisational skills are essential in managing multiple projects

Full driving licence is essential - travel will be necessary across the Northern Powergrid operational area

Confident decision-making skills

We have a number of exciting opportunities for enthusiastic individuals who have relevant experience and/or are qualified in a related subject i.e., Law, Agriculture, Environment.

Benefits

Enrolment into our double-matched pension scheme

In addition to a two-year training plan, we will also support you in achieving membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or Central Association of Agricultural Valuers (CAAV) if required.

Payment of professional fees

Starting salary : £39,937 - £53,711 (+ Company car scheme/allowance)

25 days holiday (rising with length of service)

Technical Level A, pay point 7-13

Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
Over 100 Years
Years of Service
The company has been providing reliable electricity service.
Millions of Homes
Residential and Commercial Connections
Millions of homes and thousands of businesses connected.
  • As a vital utility provider, it operates one of the largest electricity distribution networks in the UK.
  • Northern Powergrid specializes in the operation, maintenance, and development of electrical infrastructure.
  • The company also focuses on grid modernization and integrating smart technologies to improve service reliability.
  • They have led several key projects aimed at reducing energy loss and enhancing sustainability in their grid.
  • Northern Powergrid's work spans across urban and rural areas, supporting both residential and commercial clients.
  • The company is continually working to innovate and modernize their services to meet future energy demands.
Culture + Values
Environment + Sustainability
23% reduction
SF6 leaks reduced
Achieved a significant reduction in sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) leaks, contributing to lower greenhouse gas emissions.
17 community projects
Funded with grants
Supported 17 community energy projects through the Net Zero Community Energy Fund, providing up to £10,000 in grants per scheme.
£14.5 million funding
Community DSO project
Secured substantial funding from Ofgem to support smart local energy systems through the Community DSO initiative.
£20 annual saving
Household energy trial
The BEET-Box trial in Boston Spa resulted in average annual savings and significant carbon emissions reductions per household.
  • Committed to decarbonise network by 2040.
  • Operating a ‘flexibility‑first’ approach via Piclo Flex from 2024 to optimise network integration of low‑carbon technologies.
  • Partnered on Net Zero Community Energy Fund granting up to £10 000 per community scheme.
  • Launched Open Data Portal and smart‑meter driven BEET programme targeting voltage optimisation for 80% of 3.9 million customers by 2033.
  • Boston Spa trial BEET‑Box saved ~27 kg CO₂ per household/year.
  • Northern Powergrid Foundation invested £860,000 in community resilience energy projects in its first year.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Set strategic DEI goals and targets (specifics not publicly disclosed)
  • Reported gender diversity metrics (exact figures not publicly disclosed)
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