Labourer - Restoration

Global 360; Canberra; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Tools provided

Career progression opportunities

Stable national organization

Supportive management

Job summary

Restorx Services, a member of the Johns Lyng Group, is hiring in the ACT for a hands-on restoration specialist. You will restore properties affected by fire, flood, mould, or damage, serving as the on-ground face of the business and coordinating with clients and internal teams.

We provide training, a company vehicle, tools, and opportunities to progress into leadership roles within the Johns Lyng Group. No prior restoration experience is required; a positive attitude is key.

Qualifications

• Must be physically fit and motivated with a can-do attitude.
• Strong problem-solving ability and willingness to learn.
• Must have working rights in Australia and be willing to undergo medical and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Mitigation & Restoration: attend sites to install and monitor restoration equipment.
• Contents Restoration: clean, deodorize and restore carpets, furniture, and structures.
• Inventory Management: catalog, pack, and transport items for offsite restoration.

Skills

Hands-on Aptitude

MS Office

Australian Driver's Licence

Job description

Kickstart a rewarding career

with Restorx Services, a highly respected leader in building and contents restoration. As part of the prestigious Johns Lyng Group, we provide unmatched job stability, a positive team culture, and clear internal pathways to progress into Supervisor, Estimator, or Project Manager roles.

We are looking for motivated individuals to join our expanding team in the ACT. No prior restoration experience is required - if you bring a positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to learn, we will provide the training and support you need to succeed.

What’s in it for You?

• Company Vehicle & Tools: Full tools of the trade and a company vehicle provided.
• Career Progression: Real opportunities to transition into leadership and corporate roles across the wider Johns Lyng Group.
• Stability & Security: Join a reputable, fast-growing national organization.
• Great Culture: Work alongside a supportive, experienced management team in a rewarding environment.
• Tech-Driven: Access to up-to-date technology and systems to make your job easier.

The Opportunity

In this diverse, hands-on role, you will provide critical restoration services to clients whose properties have been affected by fire, flood, mould, or malicious damage. You will be the face of our business on the ground, helping restore peace of mind to people during highly stressful emergency situations.

Your day-to-day duties will include:

• Mitigation & Restoration: Attending water, fire, and mould affected sites to install and monitor specialized restoration equipment.
• Contents Restoration: Cleaning, deodorizing, and restoring carpets, furniture, and building structures.
• Inventory Management: Cataloging, packing, and transporting items for offsite restoration when required.
• Reporting: Preparing inspection reports, damage assessments, and inventory lists for insurance purposes.
• Collaboration: Liaising daily with internal office staff, project managers, and external clients.
• On-Call Availability: Participating in a rotating on-call roster, including after-hours and emergency response shifts.

What We Are Looking For

We hire for attitude and train for skill! If you are physically fit, motivated, and love problem-solving, we want to hear from you.

To be successful, you will need:

• Customer Focus: A genuine desire to go above and beyond to deliver exceptional service.
• Work Ethic: Professionalism, a proactive nature, and the ability to work under pressure.
• Hands-on Aptitude: Previous experience in manual, trade, or hands-on roles is ideal but not essential.
• Tech Skills: Intermediate Microsoft Office skills for basic reporting.
• Licence & Checks: A valid, clean Australian driver's license, and a Working with Children Check (or the willingness to obtain one).

Please note: The successful candidate must have full working rights in Australia and be willing to undergo a pre-employment medical examination and criminal background check.

Agency Notice: The Johns Lyng Group do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies. Please do not forward resumes to hiring managers, or any other company employees. JLG are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Additional information

• Full Time Permanent positions available
• Works across Canberra - Immediate start available
• An opportunity to have an impact over your locally community