Graduate Surveyor - Trafford

Job description

Graduate Estates Surveyor GMCA Place Graduate ProgrammeSalary: £30,024Hours: 36.25 per weekContract: 2 YearLocation: Trafford Council, Trafford Town Hall, Talbot Road, Stretford, M32 0TH (occasional work from Tootle Building, Manchester City Centre)Closing date: 2nd April 2026 at 23:59pm

About the RoleThe Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is a statutory body consisting of the ten local authorities of Greater Manchester and a directly elected Mayor. It has broad economic development, regeneration and transport functions and an ambitious agenda to make Greater Manchester a better place to grow, live, work and invest. The Graduate Trainee Programme provides a unique development opportunity for a graduate wishing to pursue a career with a dynamic, exciting and socially responsible employer.

Responsibilities

Support the Trafford District and its Place Based Directorship in a range of activities across Planning and Development Surveying, Regeneration, Economic Development, Building Control, Environmental Health, Housing and Housing Strategy, Climate Change, Delivery and Planning Policy.

Contribute to projects and placements that deliver the authority's strategic priorities while gaining practical experience in local government.

Qualifications / Eligibility

Graduate in a relevant discipline.

High calibre graduates who thrive in a challenging, fast‐paced environment and who demonstrate motivation for a career in the public sector.

Training and DevelopmentOver the two‐year programme, you will be supported to take part in a range of learning and development opportunities—including national and locally delivered training—that provide a grounding in key aspects of local government. The programme encourages a long‐term commitment to working in Greater Manchester.

Our OfferIn exchange for your hard work, the GMCA offers a competitive compensation package and a supportive, inclusive working environment that values diversity and reflects the communities across Greater Manchester.

About the GMCAThe GMCA combines several strategic functions and service providers such as Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS), Waste and Resources, Environment, Work and Skills, Research, Public Sector Reform, Police, Crime and Criminal Justice, Homelessness, the Greater Manchester Ageing Hub and the Commissioning Hub. The organisation values diversity and aims to recruit a workforce that reflects the diverse communities across Greater Manchester.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English