Restoration Operative

Assurity Consulting Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restoration services provider is seeking a proactive Restoration Operative in Exeter. You will support technicians in restoring properties damaged by fire and flood. This hands-on role requires physical fitness, strong practical skills, and teamwork. Candidates must possess a valid UK driving licence and be willing to work flexible hours as needed. Competitive salary of £26,000 - £28,000 per year offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift, carry, bend, and work in confined spaces.
• Willingness to work evenings or weekends for emergency response.

Responsibilities

• Support Restoration Technicians with removal of damaged materials.
• Assist with reinstatement and general remedial works.
• Set up and monitor drying programmes with industry equipment.
• Operate specialist restoration tools and machinery.

Skills

Strong practical ability with tools

Physically fit

Attention to detail

Team-focused

Strong communication skills

Valid UK driving licence

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Restoration Operative

Department: Fire & Flood

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Exeter

Compensation: £26,000 - £28,000 / year

Description

Celnor Group is a diversified conglomerate operating across multiple sectors, including environmental services, infrastructure, compliance, and specialist consultancy. With over 1,300 employees and a growing portfolio of 26+ businesses, we’re united by a commitment to technical excellence, sustainable growth, and service delivery of the highest standard.

Each of our group businesses maintains its own identity and market reputation, while benefiting from the shared resources, systems, and expertise of the wider group. Together, we’re building a group that is greater than the sum of its parts.

SEED Environmental is looking to appoint a proactive, reliable Restoration Operative to join our Fire & Flood team. The successful candidate will support Restoration Technicians in the clean-up, strip-out, and reinstatement of domestic and commercial properties damaged by fire, flood, or other disasters.

This is a physically demanding, hands‑on role requiring practical skills, teamwork, and attention to detail. You’ll operate specialist equipment and assist in a range of general construction and remedial works, ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑quality restoration for our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Restoration Technicians with the removal of damaged building materials, including flooring, plasterboard, and timber.
• Assist with reinstatement and general remedial works such as:
• Studwork, patch plastering, boarding
• Basic plumbing and carpentry
• Kitchen and bathroom fitting
• Tiling and minor construction support
• Set up and monitor drying programmes using industry equipment (e.g., dehumidifiers, air movers).
• Operate specialist restoration tools and machinery, including ice blasting where required.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe work environment at all times (“clean as you go” standard).
• Follow all site health and safety rules and company protocols.
• Work across multiple sites in the UK, with overnight stays where necessary.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential:

• Strong practical ability and confidence using a variety of hand and power tools.
• Physically fit – able to lift, carry, bend, and work in confined spaces.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in delivering quality workmanship.
• Team-focused, with strong communication skills.
• Full, valid UK driving licence.
• Willingness to work evenings or weekends as part of an emergency response rota.

Desirable:

• Experience working in fire or flood restoration (training can be provided).
• Basic understanding of plumbing, carpentry, or building reinstatement.
• Familiarity with commercial vehicles and driving long distances.