Consents and Wayleaves Specialist - Temporary

An opportunity is available for a Consents and Wayleaves Specialist based in the South West Wales region (location to be discussed at interview stage). The role will be on a secondment basis for a minimum period of 12 months, subject to review.

The successful candidate will be involved with all the permissions necessary for the development of the EHV network and the provision of a consents and wayleaves service in respect of major project work.

As part of our hybrid working approach and in line with our policy, this role allows you to apply for a mix of office and home working. Hybrid working can only be considered once your initial training is complete and subject to business need.

• Please note the successful candidate may initially be appointed at a lower salary until all relevant courses and training are complete., To negotiate complex consents, wayleaves, easements/site acquisitions and agreements in respect of the location of and works to distribution assets.


• To assist with 132kV, 66kV and 33kV scheme preparation in terms of site and route selection/ acquisition as necessary.


• To undertake statutory and courtesy consultation on development proposals.


• To undertake major project planning applications and be the point of contact with local authorities and other consultees/objectors.


• To provide a wayleave service to Projects for maintenance and construction schemes.


• Provide advice to PSD and Engineering Design


• To settle significant surface damage claims.


• To deal with wayleave terminations, primarily on the EHV network, but also including claims for injurious affection in respect of wood pole lines at other voltages


• To assist with the preparation of Company wayleave and consents policy.


• Other duties appropriate to the role.


• Report any accident, injury, damage to property or near miss.


• Identify opportunities for improvement in performance and implement or recommend change.


• Check the quality of own output.


• Identify own potential and request development opportunity.


• Identify and request resources to improve individual and team performance.


• Issue work to contractors, and approve daily work sheets.


• Carry out quality and compliance checks on contractor's works.


• Speak on behalf of oneself and the Company at the individual level.
  
  The post will be based in Wales, however the nature of the role may require the successful candidate to travel anywhere within the Company., You should ideally have experience in dealing with consent and wayleaves issues together with a broad understanding of the legislation and regulations affecting consents and wayleaves. In addition you should have a good knowledge and understanding of systems, processes and procedures. You should have proficient negotiation and influencing skills and you must be able to demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively with customers, landowners and Local Authorities, as well as statutory consultees, objectors and other authorities.
  
  We're National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses.


National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. We are building an inclusive workplace, a place to actively celebrate the cultures, personalities and preferences of our colleagues - who in turn help to build the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future and we are doing this in a fast-moving industry with an increasing focus on tackling climate change, exploring new energy sources that are renewable, low carbon, and improve efficiency to meet demand.

Joining the UK's leading electricity distribution business means plenty of career opportunities and well-deserved recognition. We reward hard work and encourage ambition. So, as well as a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:

• 26 days paid leave plus 8 bank holidays, up to 28 days with continuous service


• Competitive contributory pension scheme (we double match your contributions up to a maximum of 12%)


• Annual Share Save plan


• Contributory private healthcare scheme for you and your family


• Support via our Employee Assistance Programme, including musculoskeletal and physiotherapy services


• Free on-site parking at all our main sites