Trainee Asbestos Surveyor - Southwest Are you interested in occupational health and making environments safer for others? Looking for a career that makes a real difference? We re offering a fantastic opportunity to join our expanding team as a Trainee Asbestos Surveyor. This is your chance to build a rewarding career in the Environmental Safety sector, where your work helps protect people s health and improve building safety. As a Trainee Asbestos Surveyor in our dedicated team, you ll support inspections and sampling of asbestos-containing materials in buildings, gaining hands-on experience that helps make spaces safer across the UK. You ll have the opportunity to work with prestigious clients across sectors such as Defence, infrastructure (rail, roads, power stations), service, retail and heritage. You will also receive comprehensive training and continuous support from experienced team members and upon completion, you will be awarded the P402 qualificationan industry recognised certification issued by the British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS). This entry-level role suits someone enthusiastic, adaptable, and keen to learn in a hands-on environment. As this is a trainee role, you will: Take part in a comprehensive mix of site and office-based training, where you ll learn the full process of asbestos surveyingfrom identifying and sampling materials in buildings to understanding how asbestos is managed, helping ensure properties remain safe for everyone Accurately record inspection findings and assist with preparing survey reports for review Raise any health and safety concerns immediately and stop work if required Follow company procedures and quality standards to ensure all work is carried out safely and correctly To be successful in the role: You ll be a team player with the ability to work independently as you gain confidence in asbestos air monitoring An interest in working in varied site environments is important, as you'll regularly travel to different locations to carry out asbestos surveys A keen eye for detail and an interest in investigative work is valuable, as you ll be trained to identify, assess, and record asbestos-containing materials accurately during building surveys Strong time management and organisational skills are essential to manage site schedules, complete reports accurately, and meet client deadlines Clear communication skills, both written and verbal are important for reporting findings and working with clients and colleagues A full manual UK driving licence is required, as this role involves regular travel to client sites across the region About Asbestos Part of the global SOCOTEC Group, SOCOTEC Asbestos is one of the UK s leading asbestos consultancies, with a strong legacy since 2003. From three offices to six across the UK, we've grown significantly. Our long-standing partnerships, some lasting over 14 years, are a testament to the professionalism and dedication of our staff. We go beyond consultancy; we're trusted partners, consistently exceeding client expectations and helping them stay aligned with industry best practices. Safety, well-being, and flexibility are at the heart of our culture. We value our people, support their growth, and create an environment where everyone can thrive. This commitment is reflected in our employee demographics. What s in it for you? Competitive salary Reflects your potential and grows with experience Comprehensive benefits 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (with the option to buy 5 extra), family-friendly support, employee recognition, discounts app, and employee assistance programmes. A company vehicle is provided after a period in the role Enhanced pension Supporting your future while you build your career with us Career development Structured pathways for growth and continuous personal and professional development Why SOCOTEC? Here at SOCOTEC UK, we have over 2,000 colleagues across our divisions delivering world-class services to our customers. We provide an unrivalled range of testing, inspection, and certification services throughout the UK, and we deliver excellence to our customers by recruiting and retaining the very best industry talent. As a Trainee Asbestos Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in providing these services. We offer transversal career pathways as well as linear pathways, and we will support you in attaining a portfolio career in one place. Not to mention the possibility of working locally, nationally, or globally, in the office or remotely. We are committed to your personal and professional development, and you will be supported in every step of your journey with us. YouGrowWeGrow Think you ve got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application. SOCOTEC UK are proud to be Disability Confident accredited. Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.