About the role

Take the next step in your restoration career with an industry-led team that values your technical expertise and project management skills. As an experienced, autonomous Lead Restoration Technician, you will head up field operations, manage complex claims, and mentor junior staff. You'll run water damage restoration, structural drying and mould remediation projects independently across residential, commercial and insurance work on the Gold Coast and Northern NSW area.

Key responsibilities
Attend and manage restoration projects from initial assessment through to completion
Manage equipment deployment and monitor drying progress
Perform emergency make-protected works to mitigate further property damage
Conduct moisture mapping, structural drying, mould remediation and fire restoration works
Prepare detailed damage assessments, reports and restoration scopes
Operate and monitor specialised restoration equipment
Liaise professionally with insurers, loss adjusters, builders and clients
Ensure all works comply with company procedures and health and safety requirements
Mentor junior technicians and maintain team standards
Follow health and safety protocols and always wear appropriate personal protective equipment

About you




Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience specifically within structural water damage restoration and mould remediation
IICRC WRT Certified (AMRT, ASD and FSRT preferred)
Confident with moisture mapping, report writing and job documentation
Attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality workmanship
Clean, valid Australian Open Driver's Licence is mandatory

About us

Summit Restorations is a highly regarded restoration company operating out of Currumbin, Gold Coast. Specialising in water damage, mould remediation, fire, smoke, storm damage throughout Gold Coast and Northern NSW. IICRC certified. RIA member. Built on systems that actually work.

Advantages
$35 to $45 p/hr + super + Bonus Scheme
Fully maintained vehicle, phone, computer and tools for business use
Personal office space and desk
Ongoing IICRC training and development
Structured career path with real career progression
Reliable, high volume work from insurance contracts

Ready to take the lead?
We treat restoration as a highly skilled trade—not just a cleaning job. If you are ready for better structure, premium equipment, and a pay framework that truly respects your time, we want to hear from you.

📌 Lead Restoration Technician Currumbin
🏢 Summit Restorations
📍 Currumbin