At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage restoration projects after fire or flood damage, ensuring properties are restored to their former glory.
- Company: Join DisasterCare South East, a leading firm in disaster recovery within the UK insurance industry.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, 28 days annual leave, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team with opportunities for growth and regular training.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by helping people recover from disasters while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in restoration or a technical field, with strong communication and customer service skills.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 40000 £ per year.
Full-time position - £36000 per annum - Mon-Fri 8am-5pm (occasional on-call weekend rotation).
As a leading disaster recovery firm in the UK insurance industry, we are seeking a Senior Restoration Technician to join and strengthen our team. The position requires a skilled technician to manage restoration projects following fire, flood or property damage incidents from start to finish. The candidate should have experience in the restoration industry, excellent communication skills, be responsive to jobs of an urgent nature and a focus towards health & safety.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES- Attend 1st visits to domestic and commercial properties following fire or flood damage to carry out mitigation works and provide a full detailed report for Insurers.
- Communicate professionally with policyholders, loss adjusters, network builders and team members.
- Clean and decontaminate properties damaged by fire & smoke.
- Undertake stripping out works to enable structural drying.
- Install and manage drying equipment & techniques from 1st visit to final sign off.
- Work as part of a removals & storage team to pack, remove, clean and store home contents and furniture items (on-site or off-site).
- Provide detailed BER (beyond economic repair) lists for contents claims using an industry approved app (phone or tablet).
- Complete job reports and paperwork to meet SLA deadlines including floor plans and moisture records.
- Ensure full compliance with health & safety regulations, including risk assessments and use of PPE.
- Support and help with development of junior technicians both on-site and off-site.
- Attend regular training courses as required.
- Maintain company vehicle and equipment.
- Full UK driving licence (required).
- Experienced in the restoration industry or a similar technical field.
- Motivated, reliable, and pro-active.
- Customer focused with strong communication skills.
- BDMA and/or IICRC certifications (desirable).
- 28 days annual leave.
Senior Restoration Technician at DisasterCare South East in Brighton employer: Disaster Care Southeast
DisasterCare South East is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With competitive benefits such as 28 days of annual leave, ongoing training opportunities, and a focus on health and safety, we ensure our team members are well-equipped to handle the challenges of disaster recovery. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying a rewarding career in a dynamic environment.
