Restoration Support Technician

Seed Environmental Ltd; Ivy Chimneys; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement up to 25 days + BH

Company pension

Life insurance (2x annual salary)

Enhanced sick pay & EAP

Training and development

Career progression

Job summary

Seed Environmental Ltd. is seeking a Restoration Support Technician to join our Fire & Flood team.

Based in Epping, you will assist with site prep, stripping, decontamination and reinstatement across residential and commercial properties, with potential nationwide travel. You will work with skilled tradespeople and restoration technicians to support projects, develop practical skills and advance a long-term career in restoration and property repair within SEED Environmental and the Celnor

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence is essential.
• Hands-on, practical approach to work required.
• Physically capable of manual tasks.
• Reliable, punctual and safety conscious.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong communication and professional attitude.
• Willingness to travel and stay away when needed.
• Experience in insurance reinstatement or occupied properties preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist restoration and building teams with site preparation and general labouring duties.
• Carry out strip-out activities removing damaged flooring, plasterboard, fixtures and fittings.
• Support preparation of properties prior to drying, restoration and repair works.
• Move materials, equipment and tools safely around site.
• Assist with installation and removal of drying and restoration equipment.
• Load and unload vehicles with materials, equipment and waste.
• Maintain clean, organized and safe working areas.
• Dispose of waste in line with company procedures.
• Work under direction of restoration technicians, tradespeople and supervisors.
• Support successful completion of restoration and reinstatement projects.

Skills

Full UK Driving Licence

Practical hands-on

Physically capable

Reliable and punctual

Team player

Good communication

Willingness to travel

Job description

Restoration Support Technician

Department: Fire & Flood

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Epping

Compensation: £27,500 - £32,000 / year

Description

SEED Environmental

Contract: Permanent, Full-time

Location: Epping and surrounding areas (with potential for nationwide travel)

Salary: £27,500 - £32,000 per annum

Who We Are

SEED Environmental is one of the UK's leading providers of intelligent environmental and property incident response, remediation and restoration services for our insurance, commercial and public sector clients. We adopt an "Intelligent Solutions" approach, assessing and analysing every incident on its merits before implementing a unique response.

This role sits within our Fire & Flood division, supporting the restoration and reinstatement of residential and commercial properties following insured incidents. Our teams work across the UK, helping clients return properties to a safe, functional and habitable condition through practical expertise, professionalism and high-quality workmanship.

Part of the Celnor Group

Celnor Group is a UK-based environmental services group operating across the Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance (TICC) landscape. With a growing portfolio of specialist businesses, Celnor provides essential services that protect people, property and the environment.

While each business retains its own identity, culture and technical specialism, all are supported by a central group function that invests in people, systems and long-term sustainable growth.

Job Details

We are seeking Restoration Support Technicians to join our growing Fire & Flood team.

This is a practical, hands-on role supporting restoration, building repair and reinstatement projects across residential and commercial properties. Working alongside skilled tradespeople and restoration technicians, you will assist with site preparation, strip-out, decontamination, material handling and reinstatement works.

Based in the Epping area, you will primarily support projects across London, Essex and surrounding regions, although nationwide travel and overnight stays may be required depending on project requirements.

This role would suit someone who enjoys practical work, likes being part of a team and is looking to develop a long-term career within the restoration and property repair sector.

What You Will Do

• Assist restoration and building teams with site preparation and general labouring duties
• Carry out strip-out activities including the removal of damaged flooring, plasterboard, fixtures and fittings
• Support the preparation of properties prior to drying, restoration and repair works
• Move materials, equipment and tools safely around site
• Assist with the installation and removal of drying and restoration equipment
• Load and unload vehicles with materials, equipment and waste
• Maintain clean, organised and safe working areas
• Remove debris and dispose of waste in accordance with company procedures
• Work under the direction of restoration technicians, tradespeople and supervisors
• Support the successful completion of restoration and reinstatement projects

Who You Are

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Practical and hands-on approach to work
• Physically capable of carrying out manual work
• Reliable, punctual and safety conscious
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Good communication skills and professional attitude
• Willingness to travel and work away from home when required
• Experience within insurance reinstatement works is preferred
• Experience working within occupied residential or commercial properties is preferred

Join Us

We are looking for hardworking and motivated individuals who enjoy practical work and take pride in supporting high-quality restoration projects.

The successful candidate will be reliable, adaptable and willing to learn new skills. You will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced restoration technicians and tradespeople while developing your knowledge within a growing and specialist industry.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of £27,500 - £32,000 per annum and provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:

• Holiday entitlement increasing with service up to 25 days plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Life insurance (2x annual salary)
• Enhanced sick pay and employee assistance programme
• Training and development opportunities
• Career progression opportunities within SEED Environmental and the wider Celnor Group

SEED Environmental is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Important Information

Celnor Group and its businesses manage recruitment directly. We do not require agency support for this role and will only engage with recruitment partners from our preferred supplier list where necessary.

We may use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to support parts of the recruitment process. AI is not used for candidate screening, scoring or hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are made by people, for people. Our recruitment systems are ISO 42001 accredited, reflecting our commitment to ethical, transparent and responsible use of technology.