Senior Restoration Technician / Qualifed Builder

Senior Restoration Technician | Tauranga / Bay of Plenty

Build. Restore. Make a Difference.

RestorX is part of Johns Lyng Group, a leading restoration and construction business operating across New Zealand. We’re expanding our presence in Tauranga and the Bay of Plenty and are looking for an experienced Senior Restoration Technician to take ownership of our work in the region.

This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced builder or tradesperson who is resourceful, proactive and comfortable working independently. You’ll be the key RestorX technician in the area, so we’re looking for someone who can identify opportunities, solve problems and get things moving without needing to be constantly directed.

You’ll work across a variety of insurance restoration projects including water damage, fire and smoke cleaning, mould remediation, structural cleaning, strip-outs and contents restoration.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and complete restoration works across Tauranga and the Bay of Plenty
• Work independently and take ownership of jobs from start to finish
• Complete water, fire, smoke, mould and structural cleaning works
• Assist with demolition, strip-outs and contents restoration
• Set up, monitor and manage drying and restoration equipment
• Identify additional work opportunities and communicate these to management
• Build strong relationships with customers, insurers, loss adjusters and contractors
• Source and coordinate local subcontractors and suppliers when required
• Complete accurate job notes, photographs, scopes and documentation
• Identify hazards, damage and issues and proactively find solutions
• Maintain a high standard of workmanship and presentation
• Ensure all work complies with company, health and safety and legislative requirements

You’ll be dealing directly with customers, insurers, loss adjusters and contractors, so strong communication, professionalism and the ability to represent Restorx independently are essential.

What's In It For You?

• Monday–Friday work with regular overtime opportunities
• 1.5x paid overtime for after-hours and weekends
• Company vehicle + fuel card
• iPhone + iPad
• Bunnings/trade account
• Tools and specialist restoration equipment
• Full training and ongoing development
• IICRC and industry-specific training opportunities
• Career progression opportunities
• The opportunity to help grow Restorx's presence in the Bay of Plenty
• Work on a wide variety of interesting insurance restoration projects

About You

• Experienced builder, tradesperson or restoration technician
• Trade qualification or significant industry experience
• Previous insurance restoration experience highly regarded
• Resourceful, proactive and able to work independently
• Confident making decisions and solving problems on site
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Honest, reliable and accountable
• Comfortable developing relationships and finding local solutions
• Computer and smartphone literate
• Current and valid driver's licence
• Willingness to work after-hours and weekend callouts when required

This role is about more than completing jobs.

We’re looking for someone who can take ownership of the Bay of Plenty, build relationships, identify opportunities and make things happen. If you’re an experienced tradesperson who enjoys working independently and wants the opportunity to help grow a region, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply now and join the Restorx team. team.