Trainee Residential Surveyor

The New Homes Group; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected property surveying firm in Aberdeen is seeking a Trainee Residential Surveyor to join their team. You'll benefit from an industry-leading training program and receive hands-on mentoring to prepare you for a rewarding career in the surveying field. The ideal candidate has relevant experience and qualifications, with opportunities for growth and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Monthly car allowance

Company pension scheme

Employee discounts on services

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant experience plus a RICS-accredited bachelor’s degree.
• 2 years of experience plus a RICS-accredited higher/foundation qualification.
• 4 years of experience in property-related roles.

Responsibilities

• Shadow experienced surveyors on inspections, surveys, and valuations.
• Attend engaging classroom sessions to build technical knowledge.
• Learn how to interpret survey data and compile professional reports.

Skills

Relevant experience

Surveying tools proficiency

Report compilation

Education

RICS-accredited bachelor’s degree

RICS-accredited higher/foundation qualification

SAVA Diploma in Residential Surveying & Valuation

Job description

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Harvey Donaldson & Gibson, one of Scotland’s most respected names in property surveying, is now recruiting for a Trainee Residential Surveyor in Aberdeen.

Through our industry-leading AssocRICS training programme, you'll receive hands-on mentoring alongside structured classroom learning, setting you up for success in a high-demand, high-reward profession. This is more than just training – it’s a launchpad to a long-term surveying career with post-qualification support to help you thrive.

What We’re Looking For

You don’t need to follow one set path – we value experience and potential. You’ll be eligible if you have:

1 year of relevant experience plus a RICS-accredited bachelor’s degree
2 years of experience plus a RICS-accredited higher/foundation qualification
4 years of hands-on experience in property-related roles (e.g., estate agency, energy assessor, property management, stock condition surveying) – or have completed the SAVA Diploma in Residential Surveying & Valuation

What You’ll Be Doing

• Shadow experienced surveyors on inspections, surveys, and valuations
• Attend engaging classroom sessions to build your technical knowledge
• Learn how to interpret survey data and compile professional reports
• Gain confidence with surveying tools and industry software

What You’ll Get

At Harvey Donaldson & Gibson, we believe in investing in our people. You’ll enjoy:

• Competitive salary with a monthly car allowance
• Company pension scheme
• Perks at Work – discounts on travel, tech, retail, and more
• Staff discounts on estate agency, mortgages, conveyancing, and surveying
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme via Telus

Harvey Donaldson & Gibson is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Connells Group we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t fit perfectly with every aspect of the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other opportunities.