On-Road Estimator (Insurance Building Repairs)

About the role

An established insurance building company, recruited through Drake International, is looking for an experienced On-Road Estimator to join its growing Brisbane team. The role suits someone with a strong background in insurance repairs, building assessments and estimating who enjoys being out on the road rather than sitting behind a desk. It is a permanent, full-time position with immediate start available.

Key responsibilities

• Attend residential and commercial properties to assess insurance-related building damage
• Conduct detailed site inspections and identify the required repair works
• Prepare accurate scopes of works, cost estimates and quotations
• Assess damage from storms, water ingress, fire and other insured events
• Liaise with homeowners, insurance assessors, loss adjusters and internal stakeholders
• Identify variations, additional works and potential project risks
• Ensure estimates meet building standards and insurance requirements
• Maintain accurate records, photographs and supporting documentation
• Work with project managers and supervisors to ensure a smooth handover of approved works
• Manage multiple assessments while meeting agreed turnaround times

Required profile

• Previous experience as an On-Road Estimator, Building Estimator, Insurance Assessor or similar
• Strong understanding of residential building construction, repairs and insurance restoration
• Experience preparing detailed scopes of works and repair estimates
• Ability to identify building defects, damage and appropriate rectification methods
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Current Australian driver's licence
• Relevant building qualifications or QBCC licensing is advantageous

Required skills

• Experience using insurance estimating software is highly regarded
• Strong time management and organisational abilities
• Confident working independently and managing a busy schedule of site inspections

What we offer

• Salary of AUD 110,000+ plus superannuation
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Permanent, full-time employment with an established pipeline of insurance repair work
• Autonomy to manage your own daily site assessment schedule
• Supportive, experienced management team and career development within a growing business