Role: Asbestos Technical Manager
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Maidstone Area
Salary: £44,220.80 - £49,857.60
Our client, a leading nationwide environmental provider and consultancy, is seeking an Asbestos Technical Manager to join their expanding team in Maidstone. This is an excellent opportunity to lead a dedicated team, manage key projects, and drive the company's growth.
Position Overview
As the Asbestos Technical Manager, you will be central to the regional office's operational success. You will guide a team of asbestos surveyors and analysts, ensuring all asbestos-related projects meet the highest safety and compliance standards. Your leadership will directly contribute to achieving sales targets and strengthening client relationships.
Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and manage the technical site staff.
- Oversee projects, including surveys and asbestos removal works.
- Ensure all operations comply with ISO 17020 and ISO 17025 standards.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and suppliers.
- Lead and manage all site staff, delivering training, appraisals, coaching and performance management.
- Collaborate with the sales team to develop new business opportunities.
- Conduct staff training, competency audits, and performance appraisals.
- Perform ad hoc surveying and analytical tasks when required.
- Investigate complaints.
Requirements
- BOHS qualifications (P402, P403, P404, P405, W505 or CCP.
- At least 5 years of experience in asbestos-related site works.
- Proven skills in leadership and effective people management.
- Excellent communication and client liaison abilities.
- A strong understanding of health and safety regulations regarding asbestos.
- A flexible approach to working hours and a full UK driving licence.
Benefits
- Company vehicle and paid travel time.
- Company-paid private healthcare plan.
- Competitive salary and an industry-leading overtime policy.
- 22 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and your birthday off.
- Opportunities for further professional qualifications and career development.
- Contractual sick pay and long service awards.
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