Apprentice Property Inspection Assistant

Due to the nature of this role, travel forms a significant part of the position. As such, a full driving licence and access to a vehicle are required to enable travel between locations and fulfil the requirements of the role effectively.

The apprentice will receive practical on-the-job training and gradually take on greater responsibility as their experience develops.

Main Responsibilities:

• Attend residential properties for inspections
• Record property condition using photographs and notes
• Follow company inspection procedures and checklists
• Take basic measurements where required
• Organise and upload site information
• Prepare basic inspection records for review
• Communicate with clients and occupiers
• Manage appointments and travel between sites
• Assist with general property administration
• Follow company health and safety procedures

Training and Development

Training will cover:

• Property inspections
• Condition recording
• Basic building knowledge
• Photographic reporting
• Customer service
• Property administration;
• Company systems and procedures
• Health and safety

The apprentice will initially work under close supervision and will gradually progress to carrying out suitable inspections independently.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have an interest in property
• Be observant and organised
• Communicate professionally
• Be comfortable working independently
• Be confident using mobile devices and computer systems
• Be willing to travel regularly between properties
• Hold a full UK driving licence

Role Development

Personal qualities

• Ie. punctuality, attention to detail etc
• Punctuality, initiative, maturity, well-spoken, respectful, hardworking, confident, level-headed, reliable and professional

The candidate should be comfortable dealing with members of the public, entering unfamiliar residential properties and working independently in different locations. They should have good interpersonal skills, remain calm in unfamiliar or challenging situations, use common sense and be confident speaking with homeowners and occupiers from a wide range of backgrounds. They should also be willing to learn, take instruction well and have a positive, practical attitude towards developing within the role.

The aim is for the apprentice to develop into a competent Property Inspection Assistant capable of independently carrying out routine residential inspections to the company's required standard.

Training

• The apprentice will receive practical on-the-job training and gradually take on greater responsibility as their experience develops

After the apprenticeship

• Pathways into surveying/business administration roles

Things to consider

• A DBS check is required for this role