Introduction

With continued growth across South East Queensland, an exciting opportunity is now available for an experienced Residential Insurance Estimator to join their North Brisbane team. This is a great opportunity to join a supportive and growing business where you will play a key role in delivering quality outcomes for customers and insurance partners.

What are you going to do 

As an Insurance Repair Estimator, you will play a key role in assessing residential property damage, developing accurate scopes of work and estimates, and helping deliver successful insurance repair outcomes across the Brisbane region. You will work closely with insurers, assessors, trades, homeowners and internal project teams to ensure each repair is accurately scoped, commercially sound and delivered to a high standard, while providing exceptional customer service throughout the claims and repair journey.

  • Assess residential property damage and determine the required repair works.
  • Prepare accurate scopes of work and cost estimates for insurance claims.
  • Conduct site inspections and review reports, photos and claim documentation.
  • Liaise with insurers, assessors, trades, suppliers and homeowners.
  • Obtain and assess trade and supplier quotations where required.
  • Identify variations, additional works and potential cost impacts.
  • Ensure estimates meet insurance requirements, building standards and regulations.
  • Manage multiple claims while meeting turnaround times and deadlines.
  • Work closely with Project Managers and construction teams to ensure scope accuracy and a smooth transition from estimating to delivery.

Essential skills and knowledge 

We are looking for an experienced and driven Insurance Repair Estimator with a strong understanding of residential construction and insurance repair processes.

  • Previous experience in residential insurance estimating, construction estimating or residential building.
  • Proven experience preparing accurate insurance repair estimates and scopes of work.
  • Strong knowledge of residential construction methods, materials and repair techniques.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to build strong relationships.
  • Strong attention to detail, organisation and time management skills.
  • The ability to manage multiple jobs and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • A current Australian Driver's Licence.
  • Trade or building qualifications are highly regarded.

What we offer

Why Join?

  • Competitive salary package with a company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
  • Join a growing and well-established business with a strong pipeline of work.
  • Work within a supportive, collaborative and professional team.
  • Enjoy genuine career progression and professional development opportunities.
  • Take on diverse and rewarding residential insurance projects where your expertise makes an impact.

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 45 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 Berja 0413 885 101

Closing: 20 August 2026

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Vacancy reference: PR-293825

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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