Estates Surveyor
| Posting date: | 27 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £42,280 to £44,152 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £37,280 - £39,152 per annum PLUS £5,000 Market Supplement |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 September 2025 |
| Location: | Nelson, Lancashire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Pendle Borough Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | V54 |
Summary
£37,280 - £39,152 per annum PLUS £5,000 Market Supplement
We are looking to appoint an Estates Surveyor to join Pendle Council’s Property & Engineering Services team. In this pivotal role, you will provide a professional valuation and surveying service and support managing a diverse range of council-owned land and properties.
The Role
• Undertake valuations, disposals, and acquisitions of land and property in line with the Council’s objectives.
• Manage Council-owned industrial estates, shops, offices, and commercial premises, ensuring effective marketing and maximum revenue generation.
• Advise on a variety of commercial property-related matters, including preparing Committee reports and providing guidance to Elected Members.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and policies, maintaining strong relationships with internal colleagues, external partners, and members of the public.
• Assist in budget preparation and maintain accurate records for operational expenditure.
About You
• You must be a Chartered Surveyor with current membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and be a Registered Valuer.
• Substantial post-qualification experience in commercial estate management is essential, together with knowledge of relevant legislation and policies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are vital, along with the ability to plan, organise, and meet deadlines.
• Experience in working effectively within a political environment or familiarity with CPO and Landlord & Tenant legislation is desirable.
Pendle is in Lancashire’s scenic Pennines, close to the Yorkshire Dales, Lake District, and Manchester.
We offer:
• Flexible working, including no set core hours, up to 2 flexi days per month, and compressed hours
• Up to 31 days annual leave
• Flexible contracts require 2–3 days in the office each week (more if needed), so you should live within commuting distance of Nelson, Lancashire
Our Benefits include:
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Option to buy extra annual leave.
• Cycle to Work, home tech, and car salary sacrifice schemes.
• Discounts at major retailers via the Vivup programme.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on any basis, including disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or age.
If you are looking for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to shape Pendle Council’s property portfolio and deliver real value to our community, we would love to hear from you!
We are looking to appoint an Estates Surveyor to join Pendle Council’s Property & Engineering Services team. In this pivotal role, you will provide a professional valuation and surveying service and support managing a diverse range of council-owned land and properties.
The Role
• Undertake valuations, disposals, and acquisitions of land and property in line with the Council’s objectives.
• Manage Council-owned industrial estates, shops, offices, and commercial premises, ensuring effective marketing and maximum revenue generation.
• Advise on a variety of commercial property-related matters, including preparing Committee reports and providing guidance to Elected Members.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and policies, maintaining strong relationships with internal colleagues, external partners, and members of the public.
• Assist in budget preparation and maintain accurate records for operational expenditure.
About You
• You must be a Chartered Surveyor with current membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and be a Registered Valuer.
• Substantial post-qualification experience in commercial estate management is essential, together with knowledge of relevant legislation and policies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are vital, along with the ability to plan, organise, and meet deadlines.
• Experience in working effectively within a political environment or familiarity with CPO and Landlord & Tenant legislation is desirable.
Pendle is in Lancashire’s scenic Pennines, close to the Yorkshire Dales, Lake District, and Manchester.
We offer:
• Flexible working, including no set core hours, up to 2 flexi days per month, and compressed hours
• Up to 31 days annual leave
• Flexible contracts require 2–3 days in the office each week (more if needed), so you should live within commuting distance of Nelson, Lancashire
Our Benefits include:
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Option to buy extra annual leave.
• Cycle to Work, home tech, and car salary sacrifice schemes.
• Discounts at major retailers via the Vivup programme.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on any basis, including disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or age.
If you are looking for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to shape Pendle Council’s property portfolio and deliver real value to our community, we would love to hear from you!
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