Disaster Recovery and Restoration (DR&R) Technicians

Disaster Recovery and Restoration (DR&R) Technicians Department: Fire & Flood Employment Type: Full Time Location: Lincoln Compensation: £38,000 - £40,000 / year Description Contract: Permanent, Full-time Location: Lincoln and surrounding areas (with potential for nationwide travel) Hours: Monday to Friday, 7.5 paid hours per day, worked flexibly between 6:00am and 6:00pm Salary: £38,000 - £40,000 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 of residential and commercial properties following fire, flood and other insured incidents. Our teams work across the UK, helping clients return properties to a safe 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 Disaster Recovery and Restoration (DR&R) Technicians to join our growing Fire & Flood team. This is a hands-on role working on residential and commercial properties affected by fire and flood damage. You will support a wide range of restoration activities, helping to assess damage, restore affected areas and assist customers through what can often be a challenging time. Based in the Lincoln area, you will primarily support projects across Lincolnshire and surrounding regions, although occasional nationwide travel and overnight stays may be required depending on project requirements. This role would suit practical individuals who enjoy physical work, problem-solving and working as part of a team. Previous experience within restoration is beneficial, but training can be provided for the right candidate. What You Will Do Assess damage to residential and commercial properties and support restoration activities Carry out water extraction, structural drying and dehumidification processes Clean, sanitise and deodorise affected areas following fire or flood incidents Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively to complete restoration works Maintain accurate records and documentation for insurance and compliance purposes Communicate professionally with customers, insurers and colleagues Maintain and inspect equipment, reporting any faults or issues promptly Follow health and safety procedures at all times Travel to sites across the region and nationally when required Who You Are Experience in fire and flood restoration is preferred but not essential Strong practical skills and confidence using hand and power tools Physically fit and capable of undertaking manual work Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship Strong communication and teamwork skills Ability to solve problems and adapt to changing environments Full UK driving licence Experience driving vans or commercial vehicles would be advantageous Willingness to work occasional evenings or weekends during emergency response situations Join Us We are looking for reliable, hard-working individuals who take pride in delivering a high standard of work and customer service. The successful candidate will enjoy practical challenges, be comfortable working in a variety of environments and be committed to helping customers recover from fire and flood incidents. You will be joining a growing business with opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career within the wider organisation. Benefits We offer a competitive salary of £38,000 - £40,000 per annum and provide a comprehensive range of benefits including: Company van with fuel card Overtime opportunities Meal allowances for away work 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Celnor Group