Technical Trainee Programme

What We Offer

Job rotations and mentorship
Gain practical experience by rotating through various properties and managing real projects while working closely with industry experts to acquire invaluable knowledge and skills. Our experienced mentors will assist you in navigating the certification process for HKIS, HKIE, and other qualifications, providing the support you need to succeed. 
Leadership and growth opportunities
The programme cultivates future leaders for management roles. Upon completion, you will have a defined path for ongoing professional growth, with top performers invited to managerial roles supported by our robust talent management system at Swire Properties. 
Innovative and digital transformation projects
At the forefront of innovation and digital transformation, you’ll gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge projects that empower you to drive new ideas and improvements while enhancing your digital skills. You’ll get the chance to work on landmark commercial projects renowned for their innovative design and high-quality standards.
Job rotations and mentorship
Gain practical experience by rotating through various properties and managing real projects while working closely with industry experts to acquire invaluable knowledge and skills. Our experienced mentors will assist you in navigating the certification process for HKIS, HKIE, and other qualifications, providing the support you need to succeed. 
Leadership and growth opportunities
The programme cultivates future leaders for management roles. Upon completion, you will have a defined path for ongoing professional growth, with top performers invited to managerial roles supported by our robust talent management system at Swire Properties. 
Innovative and digital transformation projects
At the forefront of innovation and digital transformation, you’ll gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge projects that empower you to drive new ideas and improvements while enhancing your digital skills. You’ll get the chance to work on landmark commercial projects renowned for their innovative design and high-quality standards.

What Your First Two Years Will Look Like

You will not only receive professional qualifications but also gain invaluable experience working alongside some of the industry's top talents.
Building Surveying

You will have the opportunity to participate in the planning and execution of maintenance programmes, ensuring the value and functionality of the Company's property portfolios are preserved.

Rotation:

  • Technical Services teams at various management offices
  • Facilities Management & Sustainability Development department
  • Projects team
  • Building department

Engineering

You will have the opportunity to attain chartered engineer status and advance in your career in the real estate industry through this programme, which is designed to cultivate a diverse skill set.

Rotation:

  • Technical Services teams at various management offices
  • Facilities Management & Sustainability Development department
  • Projects team
  • External consulting firms
Building Surveying

You will have the opportunity to participate in the planning and execution of maintenance programmes, ensuring the value and functionality of the Company's property portfolios are preserved.

Rotation:

  • Technical Services teams at various management offices
  • Facilities Management & Sustainability Development department
  • Projects team
  • Building department

Engineering

You will have the opportunity to attain chartered engineer status and advance in your career in the real estate industry through this programme, which is designed to cultivate a diverse skill set.

Rotation:

  • Technical Services teams at various management offices
  • Facilities Management & Sustainability Development department
  • Projects team
  • External consulting firms

Programme Pathway

Upon completing the 2-year Technical Trainee Programme, you will take up the role of Assistant Building Surveyor / Assistant Engineer and further develop your expertise, subject to available opportunities.

What We Look For

Education
Building Surveyor Trainees – Bachelor of Building Surveying; Engineer Trainees – Bachelor of Electrical, Mechanical, or Building Services Engineering, or other related disciplines
Languages
Strong communication skills in both English and Chinese (written and spoken)
Competencies
Customer Focus, Drives for Results, Collaborates, Communicates Effectively, Demonstrates Self-awareness, Learning Agility, Being Resilient

Our Hiring Timeline

01
Online Application
Sep to Nov 2024
02
First Interview
Nov to Dec 2024
03
Technical Interview
Nov to Dec 2024
04
Assessment
Jan 2025
05
Offer
Feb 2025
06
Welcome Aboard
Sep 2025

Start Your Career with Us

Submit your application and take the first step towards a brighter future. (Note: Applications for the 2025 intake are now closed.)

Building Surveying

Build up your expertise in the maintenance, renovation and improvement of buildings to shape better places.

Engineering

Equip yourself to take charge of technical excellence, spearhead innovative projects and elevate property standards to new heights.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How many graduates does Swire Properties recruit each year?
The number of hires varies depending on our business needs and how well the candidates match our selection criteria.
2. Do I need to hold a relevant degree when I apply for the technical trainee programme?
Yes. For Building Surveyor Trainees, you’ll need a degree in Building Surveying. For Engineering Trainees, a degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Building Services Engineering, or related disciplines is required.
3. Do you hire graduates with some work experience?
Yes! In addition to fresh graduates, we also welcome applicants with up to two years of relevant work experience, if they meet the selection criteria.
4. How long will it take to hear back after I apply?
We review each application carefully. If you don’t hear from us within six weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.
1. How many graduates does Swire Properties recruit each year?
The number of hires varies depending on our business needs and how well the candidates match our selection criteria.
2. Do I need to hold a relevant degree when I apply for the technical trainee programme?
Yes. For Building Surveyor Trainees, you’ll need a degree in Building Surveying. For Engineering Trainees, a degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Building Services Engineering, or related disciplines is required.
3. Do you hire graduates with some work experience?
Yes! In addition to fresh graduates, we also welcome applicants with up to two years of relevant work experience, if they meet the selection criteria.
4. How long will it take to hear back after I apply?
We review each application carefully. If you don’t hear from us within six weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Get in Touch

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