Estates Surveyor

Before applying for this job, it is important that you read the Applicant Guidance by clicking on this link and the Job Profile attached. These explain the job role and the type of person we're looking for., Aberdeen City Council is currently in discussions with Trade Unions regarding a proposal to move from a standard 37-hour full-time working week to a standard 35-hour full-time working week. Please note: A decision has been reached, in consultation with our Trade Unions, that all new vacancies will be advertised on a maximum of 35 hours per week, and accordingly, new appointments made on a contract of 35 hours per week. Roles that require PVG Membership Please note that with effect from 1 April 2023, where a role requires PVG membership, candidates will be required to meet the cost of the PVG membership. This applies only to roles with a full time equivalent salary of £30,000 and above. (Teaching roles and jobs at Grade 11 and above (currently £30,727 per annum / £15.97 per hour) The Council will pay for the PVG membership cost initially, either £18 for existing PVG scheme members, or £59 for non-members, and this cost will be deducted from an employee's first FULL month's salary payment. job purpose/about the role The postholder will acquire all types of heritable property for the operational requirements of City Council services. Dispose of all types of heritable property declared surplus by the City Council through sale, lease and licence. Manage corporate projects, property projects and give property advice to Corporate Working Groups, particularly with regard to valuation and property management issues, together with instructing and directing technical and other professional colleagues in the Council and external contractors in connection with such projects and disposals. Understand the principles of good property Asset Management and the Council's Property Asset Management Plan. Be able to give strategic and specific property advise.

• Educated to Degree level in a property related discipline.
• A member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) (General Practice).
• Be a Registered valuer with the RICS or be capable of becoming a Registered Valuer.
• Current Full UK Driving Licence
The postholder is able to demonstrate:
• Experience in the management of Commercial property.
• Experience of managing rent reviews, lease renewals and new lettings.
• Experience in the disposal and acquisition of heritable land and property.
• Strong Communication skills
• Experience negotiator
• Understanding of the concept of Best Value.
• Be able to motivate and manage a team of different professional and technical staff.
• Demonstrate commercial awareness, have a disability
• are care-experienced and aged 16-29
• are aged 16-24 and live in Aberdeen City or have been to an Aberdeen City Council school and are applying for a Modern Apprenticeship (except Trades apprenticeships)
  
  Please see Job Profile for further details. Please note this advert may close at short notice.
Aberdeen City Council is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. Flexible Working We are happy to talk flexible working and offer flexible working for most roles in the organisation meaning that many of our employees enjoy the freedom of choosing a working pattern that suits them as much as it suits the organisation.