Job Description
Role Purpose:
To deliver a comprehensive range of asbestos-related services including asbestos surveys, building surveying services, inspections of known asbestos items and provision/review of asbestos management plans and asbestos training across education settings.
Line Manager: Asbestos Consultant
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (part time considered)
Job Location: Field/ home based - Worcestershire, Herefordshire, Gloucestershire, Warwickshire, Shropshire and Birmingham.
Key Responsibilities:
* Undertake asbestos management, refurbishment, and demolition surveys in accordance with HSG264.
* Prepare clear and compliant asbestos survey reports.
* Provide building surveying support related to condition surveys and compliance.
* Deliver asbestos awareness and duty holder training where required.
* Maintain accurate records and ensure legal compliance with the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.
* Liaise with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies.
* Attend and contribute to Team Meetings.
* Contribute to continuous improvement within a small professional team.
* Support business development and client relationship management.
* Engage in professional development.
Person Specification
Qualifications:
Essential
* BOHS P402 (Asbestos Surveying)
* A good standard of education, preferably to A level/ degree level
Desirable
* P403 & P404 (Air Monitoring and Clearance Testing) P405 Management of Asbestos in Buildings or equivalent RSPH qualifications
* Building Surveying qualification
Experience
Essential
* Proven experience undertaking asbestos surveys and analytical services in compliance with UK legislation
* Minimum of 2 years’ experience in asbestos surveying
Desirable
* Experience within education sector buildings
* Training delivery experience
Knowledge
Essential
* Strong understanding of Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, HSG264, HSG248 and UKAS requirements
* Understanding the risks associated with Asbestos-Containing Materials (ACMs)
* In depth knowledge of asbestos containing materials and where they can be found in houses, buildings, schools and other structures
Desirable
* Experience working within UKAS accredited environments
Skills & Abilities
Essential
* Competent in survey reporting software
* Ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues
* Ability to work on own initiative and manage own workload
* Good IT skills and interpersonal skills with a client focussed approach
* Ability to provide support and guidance on asbestos matters to clients
Desirable
* Building pathology and condition surveying experience
Other Requirements
Essential
* Full UK driving licence; ability and willingness to travel locally
Desirable
* Professional membership (BOHS, RSPH)