The property market in Hong Kong is in high demand. A number of local development projects have led to the development of the real estate service industry. As a result, the demand for property management and real estate personnel has increased. Hong Kong’s real estate services industry employs about 120000 people, including property management, estate agents and real estate development, and so on. The working hours in this industry are generally longer than those in other industries, and the physical strength required is relatively high, resulting in greater employee mobility.
Building Attendant
Duties
The building attendant (security guard) plays an important role in safeguarding the safety of the public. Their duties include the management of residential, commercial, factory and other facilities. The following are the main tasks:
- Reception of business users and registered visitors
- Handle complaints and enquiries
- Record property accidents, such as elevator damage, power failure, false alarm, etc., and contact the person in charge for repairs
- Maintain the daily operation of the equipment and supervise the maintenance and cleaning of the property
- Patrol, maintain the order and deal with emergencies
- Ensure smooth passage of public corridors and fire escapes
Working hours
About 48-72 hours a week
Working environment
Depending on the type of property they are stationed in, their daily work is usually at the entrance of the building, car park, etc
Personality
- Responsible
Promotion and Reference Salary
Building Attendant
Approximately $12,000 or above
Building Security Supervisor
Approximately $16,000 or above
Building Officer
Approximately $20,000 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- Secondary 3 or above
- A good command of Cantonese and English
- A holder of a security personnel permit
Example of related training and courses
Advanced Diploma
Certificate / Diploma
Other training courses
Note 3: A holder of a Yi Jin Diploma is equivalent to attaining Level 2 in five subjects of the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (including Chinese Language and English Language).
Estate Agent
Duties
Estate agents need good social and communication skills to communicate directly with their clients. The following are the main tasks of estate agents:
- Provide property information to customers
- Promotion and sale of real estate properties and provision of after-sales services
- Contact and receive customers, establish good relationships with customers
Working hours
About 52 hours a week
Working environment
Work in a real estate agency and accompany clients when necessary
Personality
- Good communication skills
Promotion and Reference Salary
Estate Agent Trainee
Approximately $8,000 or above
Registered Estate Agent
Approximately $17,000 or above
Customer Manager
Approximately $23,000 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- A secondary school graduate
- A good command of Cantonese and Chinese
- After obtaining an estate agent’s licence, you will be able to work as a licensed estate agent
Example of related training and courses
Not applicable
Remarks: A variety of organisations or associations may provide relevant training classes or courses. If you are intending to pursue these courses, you are reminded to be cautious and collect in-depth information, in particular the tuition fees and qualification recognition upon completion of these courses.
Property Management Officer
Duties
- Deal with issues related to housing safety
- Handle complaints and enquiries
- Monitor security systems
- Working closely with the Fire Services Department to ensure all fire safety equipment work efficiently
- Deal with emergencies
Working hours
About 48-60 hours a week
Working environment
Work in different kinds of properties
Personality
- Attention to details
- Responsible
Promotion and Reference Salary
Property Management Officer
Approximately $ 10,000 or above
Senior Property Management Officer
Approximately $ 15,000 or above
Property Management Supervisor / Manager
Approximately $ 25,000 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- Secondary 5 or above
- Priority will be given to applicants holding certificates related to property and facility management
- Speak fluent Cantonese and fair English and Putonghua
Example of related training and courses
Certificate /Diploma
Higher Diploma/ Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Valuation Officers
Duties
- Value an item or a property based on different sources of data
- Be able to research and analyse all the collected data
- Analyse real estate data and calculate square footage of land and building space
Working hours
About 52 hours a week
Working environment
Typically work in offices
Personality
- Attention to details
- Patient
Promotion and Reference Salary
Assistant Valuer & Estimator
Approximately $12,000 or above
Valuer & Estimator
Approximately $35,000 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- A higher diploma or an associate degree in Real Estate/ Estate Management/ Surveying/ Finance or relevant discipline, or equivalent
- Professional qualification in general practice surveying gained from a recognised professional body, e.g. The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors (HKIS)/ Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is preferable
- Have good Maths skills
Example of related training and courses
Higher Diploma / Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree