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Land Liaison Officer

Job description

My client have a great opportunity in Bury St Edmunds within their Infrastructure Services team. They continue to go from strength to strength and as such, they have an exciting opportunity for a Land Liaison Officer to come and join the expanding team in Bury St Edmunds, working on Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects across East Anglia.

The business have long standing relationships with many of their clients through the generations (some up to 80+ years). This is down to the trust they have to deliver what they say they will, on time.

The role

Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, you will be responsible in managing land access for contractors, being the primary point of contact for landowners and occupiers and ensuring that contractors are adhering to regulations regarding land.

  • Liaise with stakeholders regarding land matters.
  • Ensure Contractors are aware of pre-entry notice provisions, that these are adhered to and manage agreement with landowners.
  • Advising landowners on accommodation works (e.g. accesses, water supplies, fencing etc), construction matters and project requirements.
  • Working closely with the wider project team.
  • Follow up on requests from the landowners as needed.

About you

  • Previous experience in a Land/Agricultural Liaison role would be advantageous.
  • IT skills and system awareness.
  • Up to date knowledge of Agricultural and Rural affairs.
  • Knowledge of land drainage matters would be beneficial.
  • Strong Organisational, planning and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
  • Clear and professional communicator with strong written and verbal skills.
  • Health & Safety knowledge would be beneficial.
  • Full UK Driving License.

Benefits

  • A discretionary bonus scheme
  • A generous holiday scheme which commences at 25 days with a sliding scale up to 30 days plus an additional day for your birthday, and additional days to cover the festive period!
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave
  • An online money saving portal
  • Death In Service cover, alongside access to an Employee Assistance Programme which includes health appoints for you and your family
  • Volunteering Leave equating to 2 days per year (pro rata if you're part-time)

To apply for this role click "apply" below or for more info give Ryan a call on 01780 480 530 or email ryan@morepeople.co.uk