Location: Hollow Farm, Hilton Rd, Fenstanton PE28 9LJ
Expected Start Date: May 2026
Working for Thames Laboratories
Thames Laboratories is a leading accredited asbestos consultancy established in 1991, with offices in London, Cambridgeshire, and Stoke‑on‑Trent. We provide asbestos consultancy services nationwide and hold UKAS accreditation.
Package
* Starting salary of £21,500 per year
* 31 days annual leave
* 37.5 hours per week (between 8:00am – 6:00pm)
* Monday to Friday schedule
* Christmas shut‑down period
* Discounts at hundreds of retailers, restaurants and destinations, and gym discounts
* Workplace pension
Key Responsibilities
We are pleased to offer an opportunity for an Asbestos Analyst & Surveyor Apprentice to join our team. In this role, you will support day‑to‑day asbestos surveying, sampling, and site inspections, providing technical assistance to ensure safety, compliance, and accurate reporting in line with regulatory standards. This apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for a future career in asbestos management, building surveying, and analysis, offering opportunities to develop a broad range of practical and technical skills in a supportive environment with a strong focus on health and safety.
* Investigation of building fabric works as part of an asbestos survey team – ranging from domestic properties to grade II listed buildings to nuclear power plants
* Air monitoring, sampling and analysis
* Ensuring all work complies with health and safety regulations
* Delivering excellent customer service to clients at all levels
* Travelling throughout the allocated region, with potential travel further afield
* Collaborating closely with both the field and administrative team
About You
You prefer being on site rather than behind a desk and are comfortable working in construction, demolition, or industrial settings. Early starts, travel, and changing locations don’t deter you – on the contrary, you enjoy the variety and sense of purpose that comes with hands‑on work.
You take safety seriously and understand the importance of following procedures properly. Working to strict rules, method statements, and risk assessments feels natural to you, and you don’t cut corners. You are calm, focused, and able to stay composed even in regulated environments where inspections and audits are part of the job.
You are practical by nature and learn best by doing. Repetition and routine don’t bother you – they are part of building consistency and getting things right every time. You are comfortable using equipment, following technical processes, and working in PPE or RPE for extended periods when required.
You can work independently once trained, taking responsibility for your tasks, but you also communicate clearly with teammates and supervisors to ensure work is completed safely and correctly. You are motivated by doing work that matters – contributing to environmental safety, compliance, and protecting public health.
You value clear expectations, stability, and progression. You are interested in building a long‑term career, developing your skills step by step, and moving forward into roles such as surveyor or analyst over time.
Please note: You must be 18+ due to the nature of the working environment. A full UK driving licence is required for this role.
Apprenticeship Eligibility
* Be 18 or over
* Not be in full‑time education
* Have lived in the UK for at least 3 years
* Have the right to work in the UK
Apprenticeships are designed to provide new knowledge, skills and behaviours, so applicants should not already hold a Level 3 or higher qualification in a closely related subject, or have significant experience in the same field.
If you’re unsure whether you meet the criteria, we’d still love to hear from you – get in touch and we can advise you further.
What Your Training Will Look Like
As part of this Level 3 Asbestos Site Technician apprenticeship, you’ll learn how to carry out asbestos surveys, air monitoring and clearance activities, applying recognised industry methods to produce accurate, compliant and legally defensible results.
Over 12 months, you’ll combine day‑to‑day experience with structured training delivered by expert tutors at Tiro. Our blended learning approach includes a mix of online sessions, in‑person training and hands‑on support, alongside guidance from a dedicated mentor in the workplace.
You’ll spend at least 6 hours a week on off‑the‑job training, including virtual learning, practical activities and applied assignments.
As part of your training, you’ll also work towards the RSPH Level 3 Award in Asbestos Air Monitoring and Clearance Procedures, a recognised qualification within the asbestos industry.
Future Opportunities
This apprenticeship will help you build the skills and experience needed to start your career as an asbestos site technician and progress within the asbestos management industry.
Through hands‑on training, you’ll develop competence and confidence to carry out asbestos surveys, air monitoring and clearance testing in line with regulatory requirements. You’ll work in safety‑critical environments, following strict compliance standards and contributing to protecting people, property and the wider environment. This programme can also lead to professional recognition, such as becoming a Registered Science Technician (RSciTech).
You’ll gain experience that’s highly valued in a regulated and essential industry, opening up opportunities to grow and specialise in asbestos surveying, air monitoring and related technical roles.
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