Team Member Ready for Placement

Dale is a Computer Engineering graduate who enjoys reading manhwa, playing basketball, and engaging in other sports. With a strong interest in technology and structured learning, he brings a balance of technical expertise, attention to detail, and enthusiasm for continuous improvement. His steady work ethic and eagerness to learn position him as a reliable team member in the Australian Real Estate space.

Onboarding Training and Assessment

At Affordable Staff, we aim for each team member to possess a robust understanding of administrative tasks but also have a deep appreciation and comprehension of Australian business practices and cultural nuances, ensuring they are exceptionally well-prepared to support their clients effectively. While this training starts with real estate, the skills acquired provide a comprehensive overview of general admin competencies, ensuring that trainees are versatile and capable of supporting a wide range of administrative tasks.

Affordable Staff understands that residential tenancy agreements vary by state. Our basic training covers general principles across different locations in Australia, and we emphasise the importance of client-specific training to address unique requirements.

He is equipped with specialised knowledge and skills tailored to the Australian real estate industry. His training began with an introduction to the fundamentals of real estate in Australia, including viewing videos and reading articles to understand the market’s nuances. Practical exercises, like processing property management tasks like invoices, lease agreements, and routine inspections, are central to the curriculum.

These exercises familiarise him with common real estate procedures and hone his data entry and organisational skills, which are crucial for maintaining accurate records and managing properties efficiently.

Affordable Staff Tools Training

Tools training is an integral part of the General Admin training program, ensuring our team members gain proficiency in essential software used in day-to-day operations. He was introduced to LastPass for password management, Outlook for email and calendar organisation, TechSmith for capturing and recording, Hubstaff for time tracking, Zoom and Teams for virtual communication, OneDrive for file management, and Trello for project management.

Each session combined theoretical instruction with practical, hands-on activities, allowing him to apply the learnings immediately. He is knowledgeable on how to securely manage passwords, organise and categorise emails, capture and share visual content, track work time and productivity, conduct and manage virtual meetings, handle cloud storage, and manage projects effectively.

Additionally, time permitting, Dale and all team members received an overview of property management tools like Property Tree, Property Me, Console, DocHub, FileSmart, DocuSign, Adobe Acrobat, Console Gateway, 1Form, Inspection Manager, REST Professional, Palace, Maintenance Manager, Realworks, and CoreLogic.

Additional Tools Proficiency

Before his onboarding training, he had already gained experience with the following tools and software:

• Practical Application: Canva, Trello, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, OneDrive
• Limited Experience: SolidWorks
• Basic Knowledge: Blender, Figma

Additional Skills and Notable Experience

He gained valuable experience during his 2-month internship at an IT company, where he was trained to develop web applications using Ruby, HTML, JavaScript, and Rails. He worked on projects such as blogs with comment and rating systems, and a task management system with API integration and JWT security. His responsibilities included:

• Developing and testing web applications with collaborative tools like GitHub and Ubuntu Linux
• Using VSCode as a primary IDE/editor for efficient programming
• Handling data entry during database testing and presenting progress reports to his instructor
• Documenting tools, versions, and detailed introductions of web applications for future use and improvements
• Demonstrating strong teamwork and collaboration by coordinating with peers on different project tasks

Through this internship, he strengthened his technical abilities, learned the importance of documentation and organisation, and enhanced his initiative in problem-solving and research.

Learning Ability and Work Proficiency

He is a steady worker who demonstrates continuous progress in his tasks. He is an active listener and communicates clearly, both verbally and in writing. He follows instructions with ease, requires minimal supervision, and consistently shows a high level of organisation in his work. While he may initially take time to adjust to new tasks without prior exposure, he quickly develops proficiency and works independently once comfortable.

Interpersonal Skills and Personal Characteristics

His interpersonal style is marked by a cheerful and attentive demeanor. He is diligent, systematic, and resourceful, with a confident yet cordial approach to teamwork. He is assertive and punctual, while also maintaining a well-behaved and professional presence. His enthusiasm for work, readiness to take responsibility, and collaborative attitude make him a positive addition to any team.

Suitability

He is greatly suitable for any general real estate, property management, or general administrative position, as well as basic social media tasks.

Why Dale is Suitable for the Role

His combination of technical background, strong organisational skills, and positive work ethic makes him an excellent fit for the Real Estate Admin role. His training has equipped him with both practical real estate knowledge and proficiency in essential tools, ensuring he can support clients efficiently. With his cheerful personality, diligent approach, and ability to adapt quickly, he is well-prepared to contribute to a professional and supportive team environment.