Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented individual to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess strong organisational skills and have a passion for building pathology.
You will be newly qualified to either BSc Building Surveying or SAVA Diploma in Residential Surveying & be looking for your first role as a property surveyor.
We will also consider applications from those who hold MCIOB accreditation and are looking for a change of direction in their career path. (Enhanced salary to be discussed at interview)
Responsibilities
* Conduct regular property inspections alongside experienced surveyors
* Manage communications, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly with Estate Agents and Property Owners
* Operation of an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (Training will be provided)
* Utilise In-House software & Microsoft Packages for data entry
* Assist in the preparation of Level 2 & Level 3 Survey reports
* Perform administrative tasks including filing, documentation, and record keeping
* Demonstrate excellent phone etiquette when interacting with clients
Qualifications
* Must have excellent Microsoft Office skills, in particular, MS Word, MS Excel & OneDrive
* Excellent written literacy
* A genuine passion for building pathology
* A relevant building surveying qualification (BSc, MSc, SAVA) (other relevant qualifications will be considered eg. MCIOB etc)
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a focus on customer service
* Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
* A proactive approach to problem-solving and a keen eye for detail
The role is a trainee role working towards being able to carry out Level 3 Building Surveys autonomously. In the meantime, you will receive mentoring and practical training working closely with an experienced residential property surveyor until such time that you are ready to conduct your own survey inspections and write your own reports.
The role is primarily office based and during your probation period you will be based in our office in Folkestone. Upon successful completion of your probation period, you will be given the opportunity to work remotely on occasion.
The role does involve travelling (Kent Area) and you will require your own vehicle for this - we pay mileage at the standard HMRC rate of £0.45 per mile which is paid weekly on a Friday.
The salary will be in the range of £35k to £40k per year during your training and this will be based upon your qualifications and current experience. A pay review will be carried out once you are fully autonomous. Pay frequency is Monthly.
Annual leave entitlement is 20 days plus Bank holidays
Pension is NEST Workplace Pension
Fully expensed Apple Iphone
If you wish to apply for this role please send your CV and a covering letter detailing how your current experience and qualifications make you the ideal candidate for this role. Please note, all enquiries for this role must be via the indeed portal or email, we will not be accepting telephone calls, applications from anyone who ignores this will be disregarded.
Strictly No Agencies
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Flexitime
* On-site parking
* Work from home
Application question(s):
* Please explain why you are the perfect candidate for this role
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Qualified