Trainee Residential Surveyor

CONNELLS GROUP; Scotland; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in property surveying, Harvey Donaldson & Gibson, is seeking a Trainee Residential Surveyor in Aberdeen. Through a structured training program, you'll gain valuable skills and mentorship necessary for a successful career in surveying. Candidates with various backgrounds and qualifications are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Competitive salary with monthly car allowance

Company pension scheme

Discounts on travel, tech, retail, etc.

Staff discounts on estate agency services

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted health screenings and gym memberships

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 hands-on experience or completion of the SAVA Diploma.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Technical knowledge

Communication skills

Education

RICS-accredited bachelor's degree

RICS-accredited higher/foundation qualification

SAVA Diploma in Residential Surveying & Valuation

Job description

Trainee Residential Surveyor

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
• Discounted Nuffield Health screenings and 20% off Nuffield Gym memberships

Connells Group UK 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.

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