Builder / Restoration Technician

Restorx is part of Johns Lyng Group, a leading restoration and construction business with operations across New Zealand. We’re growing our Christchurch team and looking for a practical, reliable and hardworking Restoration Technician to join us.

This is a hands-on role ideally suited to someone with a building, construction or restoration background who enjoys problem-solving and takes pride in their workmanship.

You’ll work across a variety of insurance restoration projects, including water and flooding, fire and smoke, mould remediation, structural cleaning, strip-outs and contents restoration. No two days are the same, and you’ll play an important role in helping customers through what can be a stressful time.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend residential and commercial restoration projects across Christchurch

• Complete water, fire, smoke, mould and structural cleaning works

• Assist with demolition, strip-outs and contents restoration

• Set up and monitor drying and restoration equipment

• Complete works to a high standard and maintain a clean, safe worksite

• Communicate professionally with customers, supervisors and other contractors

• Complete accurate job notes, photographs and documentation

• Identify and report additional damage, hazards or issues

• Follow all company, health and safety and legislative requirements

You’ll be working directly with customers, supervisors, insurers and other contractors, so good communication and a professional attitude are just as important as good trade skills.

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

• Work on a wide variety of interesting jobs — no two days are the same

About You

• Building, construction, maintenance or trade experience

• Trade qualification or experienced builder

• Insurance restoration experience advantageous

• Practical, reliable and willing to learn

• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship

• Good communication and customer service skills

• Positive, honest and proactive attitude

• Computer and smartphone literate

• Current and valid driver's licence

• Willingness to work after-hours and weekend callouts

If you’re an experienced builder or tradesperson looking for a hands-on role with training, career progression and the opportunity to work across a variety of projects, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply now and join the Restorx team.