At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a diverse property portfolio and advise on property utilisation and sustainability.
- Company: Orkney Islands Council, committed to equal opportunities and community impact.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and relocation package available.
- Other info: Career development opportunities and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in property management while supporting sustainability goals.
- Qualifications: Experience in property management and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 27.9 - 27.9 £ per hour.
Asset Management Surveyor
Council Offices, Kirkwall
35 hours per week
Permanent £42,908 - £47,397 / £48,017 - £50,919
£23.51 - £25.97 / £26.31 - £27.90 per hour
The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance. This is a career grade post and salary will be linked to progression through a career development scheme.
You will be reporting to the Service Manager, Estates. Your working pattern is Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible.
The purpose of this role is to manage a diverse property portfolio across Orkney including offices, schools, commercial and community assets and advising on property utilisation, disposal and acquisitions and supporting sustainability and net zero objectives. Helping to align land and property assets with service delivery objectives, optimising usage and contributing to management strategies for the greatest benefit.
Your duties will include leading the day-to-day management of the Council’s commercial property portfolio comprising approximately 120 investment properties generating in excess of £1.8M annual rental income.
You should be able to demonstrate a full range of professional skills associated with property and asset management, with a good understanding of leases and commercial property requirements. You should have good communication skills and be able to work closely with a wide range of colleagues and stakeholders.
The ability to travel efficiently and effectively between various work locations within Orkney to meet the operational requirements of the Service is essential.
This post requires a Level 1 Disclosure check.
Interview expenses are payable for this post. Relocation package is available in line with Council Policy for this post.
Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 26 July 2026, with shortlisting taking place week commencing 27 July 2026 and interviews are scheduled for week commencing 17 August 2026.
For a discussion about the role, contact Graeme Christie at graeme.christie@orkney.gov.uk or on (01856) 873535.
Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.
