Restoration Technician Or Lead Technician Or Trainee Restoration Technician

BELFOR UK Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

BELFOR UK Ltd is seeking an on-site Restoration Technician or Trainee Technician for a full-time role in London. You will attend damaged properties, assess incidents such as fire, flood and contamination, and perform restoration, cleaning, drying and decontamination to company standards.

Applicants should be able to work safely, document work accurately, and communicate effectively with clients and insurers.

Qualifications

• Strong practical skills in restoration, cleaning, and basic maintenance; safe use of tools and equipment.
• Clear reporting, teamwork, and professional interaction with clients and partners.
• Ability to follow safety regulations and quality standards with attention to detail.
• Physical capability to work on-site, including manual handling and variable environments.
• Willingness to learn restoration techniques and progress from trainee to technician/lead.

Responsibilities

• Attend damaged properties and assess incidents (fire, flood, contamination).
• Carry out restoration, cleaning, drying and decontamination per procedures.
• Document work carried out and report findings to team, clients and insurers.
• Support reinstatement of properties and contents, ensuring high standards of service.

Skills

Restoration

Safety procedures

Customer communication

Documentation/reporting

Team collaboration

Job description

BELFOR UK Ltd is a leading restoration specialist, supporting private, residential, commercial, and industrial clients with damage of all types and scales. The company provides end-to-end restoration and reinstatement services, helping people and businesses return to normal operations as quickly as possible. BELFOR has worked with many well-known brands, including major retailers, hotel chains, financial institutions, and manufacturing and pharmaceutical companies. Trusted by major loss adjusters and insurers, BELFOR is frequently appointed to manage complex restoration projects and deliver high-quality results.Role Description This full-time, on-site role in London is for a Restoration or Lead Technician or Trainee Technician, depending on experience. The role involves attending damaged properties, assessing the impact of incidents such as fire, flood, and contamination, and carrying out restoration, cleaning, drying, and decontamination activities according to company procedures. Responsibilities include using specialist equipment, following safety and compliance guidelines, documenting work carried out, and communicating effectively with team members, clients, and insurers. The technician will support the reinstatement of properties and contents, ensuring high standards of quality and customer service while working in varied environments and occasionally outside standard working hours.

Qualifications

• Strong practical skills in restoration, cleaning, and basic maintenance, with the ability to use tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Good communication and customer service abilities, including clear reporting, teamwork, and professional interaction with clients and partners.
• Ability to follow procedures, health and safety regulations, and quality standards, with attention to detail and reliability.
• Physical capability to work on-site, including manual handling, working in challenging environments, and standing for extended periods.
• Basic IT and documentation skills for completing reports, checklists, and job records accurately.
• Willingness to learn restoration techniques and progress from trainee to technician or lead technician, with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
• Previous experience in restoration, facilities, construction, or a related field is an advantage but not essential for trainee applicants.
• Valid UK driving licence and ability to travel to different sites in and around London is beneficial.