Consents and Wayleaves Specialist

2 weeks ago

Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Western Power Distribution Full time
Job Introduction

An opportunity is available for a Consents and Wayleaves Specialist based in the South West, location to be confirmed.


If you are offered a position, you will be required to successfully complete a basic DBS check that shows any unspent convictions or conditional cautions.


As an equal opportunities employer who is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, we celebrate individual difference and are actively bringing in more employees from diverse backgrounds to build on our inclusive culture.

We anonymise all jobs in our recruitment system, so we can eliminate unconscious bias and be a workplace that reflects the community we serve.


Hiring managers only have access to necessary information after shortlisting has taken place and before interview so they can prepare.

Main Responsibilities

  • To negotiate complex consents, wayleaves, easements/site acquisitions and agreements in respect of the location of 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 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 assists Network Services and NGED Telecoms as required on wayleave and consent matters.
  • 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 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 contractors works.
  • Speak on behalf of oneself and the Company at the individual level.


You should ideally have experience in dealing with consent and wayleave issues together with a broad understanding of the legislation and regulations affecting consents and wayleaves.


You should have proficient negotiation and influencing skills and 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.

A good knowledge and understanding of Company systems, processes and procedures will be beneficial.

About The Company

If this is your opportunity to join us, you'll find we offer a supportive, rewarding and friendly working environment where you'll be empowered to build a career.

Along the way, you'll be invested in, be enabled by the latest technology and find that we're always interested in evolving our systems and processes so that we get even better, every day.


You will receive a generous annual leave entitlement on joining, starting at 26 days rising to 28 days following 10 years' service, plus 8 bank holidays.

Protective clothing and Safety Equipment will be provided where required and we offer free parking at all main sites. In addition, you will be able to access support via our Employee Assistance Programme, including musculoskeletal and physiotherapy services.

Additional Application Information
About Us
National Grid Electricity Distribution is the new name for Western Power Distribution. This is a very exciting time to be part of the largest UK electricity transmission and distribution business. We've changed our name, but our people and focus on providing great service to customers remains unchanged.

We connect 8 million customers across the Midlands, South West England and South Wales and serve a population of over 18 million people.

We do this whilst maintaining safety, reliability and excellent customer service.

National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide.

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 which are renewable, low carbon, and improve efficiency to meet demand.

We are an equal opportunities employer. Our desire is to bring in more employees from diverse backgrounds to build further on our inclusive culture.

We value and celebrate individual difference and we believe that an inclusive culture will help the business grow as a positive, strong and innovative company.

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