Introduction

Are you an experienced Building Assessor or Estimator who understands residential construction and enjoys owning a job from initial inspection through to an accurate, practical scope of works?

What are you going to do 

As a Building & Insurance Assessor, you will attend residential properties, assess building damage and determine the appropriate repair methodology. You'll combine your construction knowledge with strong estimating and reporting skills to produce accurate scopes that can be delivered efficiently by the construction team.
  • Conduct on-site residential building and insurance assessments
  • Assess storm, water, impact and other property damage
  • Determine the cause and extent of damage and appropriate repair methodology
  • Measure and quantify repairs and prepare detailed scopes of works
  • Produce accurate estimates and quotations
  • Identify variations and additional works
  • Prepare clear assessment reports for insurers
  • Liaise professionally with homeowners, insurers, trades and subcontractors
  • Maintain accurate site notes, photographs and supporting documentation
  • Ensure repairs meet relevant building and quality standards

Essential skills and knowledge

  • Strong knowledge of residential construction and building methodology
  • Previous estimating and/or building assessment experience
  • Experience within insurance repairs, restoration or insurance building highly regarded
  • Ability to prepare detailed scopes of works and accurate estimates
  • Confidence assessing building damage and recommending appropriate repairs
  • Sound understanding of construction costs, trades and materials
  • Strong written reporting skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Ability to manage multiple assessments and priorities
  • Strong problem-solving skills and commercial awareness
  • Confidence working independently and making sound technical decisions
  • Current Australian driver's licence

A trade qualification, Building & Construction qualification or relevant industry experience would be highly regarded.

What we offer 

This is an opportunity to take on a varied, autonomous position combining construction, estimating, assessment and customer interaction within the insurance building sector.

If you have strong residential construction knowledge and enjoy getting out on site, investigating damage and developing practical solutions, we'd like to hear from you.

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Mae on 0413 885 101

Closing: 12 December 2026

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Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

Welcome to Brunel

Now great times are beginning! With Brunel you have countless opportunities to help shape technological progress. You decide how your career path goes. We support you in every phase of your career. You always have security behind you: Brunel!