About Yorkshire Water
Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, it's so much more than this.
We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshire's water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the region's health, wellbeing, and prosperity. New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry.
Role Overview
We are seeking a motivated and ambitious Graduate Rural Surveyor to join our team. You will be supported and mentored by experienced professionals as you work towards the successful completion of your Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) to become MRICS. The successful candidate will gain wide-ranging experience in estate management and will be expected to hold an MRICS accredited degree.
Responsibilities
* Assist with the management of tenanted land and properties, working with internal and external stakeholders and contract partners to ensure the rural estate is managed both efficiently and compliantly.
* Provide support to the Lead Rural Surveyor and other surveyors within the Estates Team on general estate matters, Landlord and Tenant issues, rent reviews, lease renewals, new lettings and property acquisitions and disposals in relation to the implementation of the company's strategy.
* Work with Project and Building Surveyor teams to support planning and delivering programmes of works across the estate.
* Support on and assist with all aspects of the day‑to‑day running of the estate, including helping to answer estate‑related enquiries.
* Work with internal and external stakeholders to help problem solve and aid in identifying risks and opportunities throughout the estate.
* Provide support on land and property audit inspections.
* Assist with the management of one of the country's largest land holdings, supporting the Lead Rural Surveyor in assisting and supporting a Project Team and Building Surveyor responsible for delivering maintenance and capital works across the rural estate.
* Regional travel will be required.
Qualifications & Personal Attributes
* Hold an MRICS accredited degree.
* Commitment to professional development, including working towards successful completion of RICS APC.
* Good communication skills and the ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships.
* Good presentation and report writing skills.
* A good team player but with the ability to prioritise and manage own time effectively.
* Drive excellent standards, behaviours and performance in Health & Safety, Risk Management and conduct at work ensuring compliance with YW safety policy.
* Demonstrate Company Values and Behaviours.
* A proven ability to develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
* A full driving licence.
* A genuine interest in the rural environment and its future.
* Commercial awareness.
* Attention to detail and accuracy.
Benefits
* Competitive salary, depending on experience (£28,519 – £33,689).
* Company car through company car lease scheme.
* Annual incentive related bonus (£1,000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year).
* Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution).
* Development opportunities in line with the Graduate Rural Surveyor progression plan.
* 5 days annual leave plus bank holidays, plus an extra wellness day.
* Life assurance cover of 4× pensionable salary.
* Health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.
* Retail savings scheme.
* Online GP service, cycle‑to‑work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more.
Location & Working Hours
Location: Bradford / Hybrid Working – minimum of 1 day per week in Bradford. Pending office relocation to Leeds (LS10) – summer 2026.
Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week. We operate 24 h a day, 365 days a year, but support flexible working patterns and job share options to help you make the best of both your work and home life.
Application Process
* We will then discuss any reasonable adjustments required.
* We might start interviewing and close the position earlier based on the response; please send in your application as soon as you can.
* If successful, you will be required to undergo pre‑employment checks including a Basic Disclosure Check carried out through a Third‑Party Company, and may be required to go through security vetting (Counter‑Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance) and a medical questionnaire with further medicals as required.
* No agencies please.
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