Estates Land Agent Summer Internship - Manchester, United Kingdom - United Utilities
Description
Catchment Planning, Conservation and Partnerships - Estates - Land Agent Intern - Summer Placement
Job ID:
UU00484
Location:
Denton, UK
Duration: 3 months
Salary:
£23,152 per annum (pro-rata based on duration)
Working Hours: 37.00 per week
Start Date: 01 July 2024
Help keep taps flowing and toilets flushing across the North West
United Utilities provides water and sewage services to seven million people across the North West of England.
It's a big job and a lot of work goes on behind the scenes to keep things running smoothly for our customers.
From operating our pipes and improving water quality, to embracing new technologies and safeguarding the local environment - whether you're in our head office or out on site, there's always plenty going on.
Our internship programmes will give you the opportunity to learn first-hand how we make this happen.Role Overview
In the Catchment Planning, Conservation and Partnerships team you will join our Land Agents Team and assist the Land Agent to help protect, maintain and improve the quality of raw water resources derived from the company's catchments.
You will promote sustainable land management with the development and implementation of strategies to optimise the economic, environmental and social benefits generated from Company landholdings.
You could be involved in any aspect of rural estate management including property management, agri-environment schemes, supporting biodiversity aims (including SSSI & SPA), tree planting, improving wildlife habitats, facilitating water catchment regeneration schemes and other capital investment and maintenance work across the estateThe role is to cover Greater Manchester/Peak District /Cheshire region. Hybrid working role with office facilities at Denton WTW.
As your internship progresses there will be substantial scope to take on additional responsibilities as you gain more experience.
Don't worry, we won't throw you in at the deep end.
You'll have mentors and managers with you as you progress through your placement and support you as you work towards your personal development goals.
What we are looking for
- A full UK driving license.
- Interest and/or experience in rural land management and/or environmental issues is key.
- A Practical, approachable and enthusiastic can do attitude.
- Ability to work in rural outdoor environment is essential.
- Have good computer skills across Microsoft Office suite.
Benefits
If you want to join an FTSE 100 company that wants to disrupt the water industry and you want to make a positive change in the world we would like to hear from you.
Due to the length of your programme you will be engaged via our resourcing partner Reed Talent Solutions.
Internship Duration
3 months
We need fantastic people to enable us to deliver a great service to the public.
We are committed to reaching and recruiting from every community and then supporting employees to achieve their full potential ensuring they feel valued and included, regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, sexual orientation, or social background.
Job Types:
Full-time, Internship
Contract length: 3 months
Pay:
£23,152.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- Onsite parking
Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Manchester
Reference ID:
UU00484
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