Bradley Environmental are seeking a dynamic, professional, and driven individual to join our expanding Technical Management Team as we continue to grow our client base and service offering across the South of England.
Based full-time at our Maidstone office in Kent, you will be at the forefront of overseeing and developing our technical team in the South. Supported by a skilled group of analysts, surveyors, consultants, and laboratory staff, you will play a central role in shaping the team's growth, ensuring we continue to deliver exceptional service to both new and long-standing clients.
With recent expansion into new geographical areas and the securing of exciting partnerships, this role offers a unique opportunity to manage and guide a growing technical team through its next phase of development.
We are seeking a candidate who combines exemplary leadership and organisational skills with advanced technical expertise, proven client engagement experience, and strong commercial insight.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious manager to make their mark by driving growth and success in the South, while being part of a supportive, respected, and forward-thinking organisation.
If you are seeking a long-term career with a well-established nationwide company, boasting over 34 years of proven success and industry leadership, this is the ideal opportunity to join a respected and trusted organisation.
*Roles and Responsibilities *
The role would be varied and cover all aspects of day-to-day management, including:
* Lead and manage the technical team to support achievement of pre-set office sales targets, maintaining strong commercial awareness of the industry
* Oversee the current operational management of site staff, including analysts, surveyors, and consultants with the ambition to increase this
* Provide direct line management to all site staff, encompassing coaching, training, appraisals, and performance management
* Manage projects, including survey programmes, analytical regimes, and asbestos removal works
* Build and maintain relationships with new and existing clients and suppliers
* Collaborate with the Sales and Marketing Team to develop strategies for securing new business across the South of England
* Ensure all asbestos-related works comply fully with ISO 17020 and ISO 17025 accreditation standards
* Investigate complaints according to internal procedures, ensuring customers receive exceptional aftercare
* Maintain the ability to perform analytical and surveying tasks on an ad hoc basis
* Train, coach, and audit site staff to achieve authorisation and meet ongoing competency requirements under ISO 17020
* Coordinate with the National Laboratory Manager to ensure optimal laboratory efficiency
*Person Specification *
The successful candidate will have the following:
* A combination of BOHS Proficiency Qualifications such as the P402, P403, P404, P405, W505 or CCP (Asbestos)/Certificate of Competence in Asbestos
* Significant experience of undertaking asbestos-related site works, including analytical and/or survey works, for a period of at least 5 years
* Effective leadership skills, as well as the ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude at all times to motivate and drive the Technical Team forwards
* A strong managerial background including excellent people management skills
* Excellent communication, client liaison and report writing skills with a keen focus on attention to detail
* Have a strong work ethic and have the ability to work alone or as part of a team
* Have an excellent understanding of Health & Safety with respect to asbestos-related works
* A flexible approach to working hours
* Be I.T. literate (experience of working with TEAMS would be an advantage, but not essential as full training will be provided)
* Full driving license
*What We Can Offer You *
* Competitive salary between *£44,220.80 & £49,857.60 *per annum dependent upon skills, industry experience and qualifications (London weighting applies)
* Industry leading overtime policy, including a generous out of hours policy, time and a half in the week and £_25 per hour on a weekend (minimum of 4 hours paid)_
* Work-Life balance guarantee, including time in lieu flexible working week
* Paid travel time
* Company vehicle
* Company paid healthcare plan
* A company pension, into which we contribute 3% of _qualifying earnings_
* 22 days of annual leave (long service award applies at 3 and 5 years)
* An additional day of annual leave for your birthday, or the closest working day to your birthday
* Paid, statutory, bank holidays (8)
* Contractual sick pay
* The successful candidate(s) will also be given the opportunity to undertake further BOHS (or equivalent) qualifications including the W504/ CoCA, and the opportunity to develop their role within the business
*Kick Start Your Career with a £4,000.00 Joining Fee *
Bradley Environmental Consultants will pay a joining fee of *£4,000.00* to qualified/* candidates who apply directly to the company, are offered a position and who commence employment for a minimum period of 12 months' continuous service.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £44,280.80-£49,857.60 per year
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Bereavement leave
* Casual dress
* Company car
* Company events
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Enhanced paternity leave
* Flexitime
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Housing allowance
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
* Sick pay
* Work from home
Work Location: In person