Asbestos Surveyor

Working on behalf of a Local Authority, Aatom Recruitment has an opportunity for a qualified and experienced Asbestos Surveyor on a 3 months contract with the possibility of an extension.

Main duties of the job:

Working as part of the Asbestos Team you will work to support the Corporate Health and Safety Asbestos Manager to meet client’s statutory requirements under Regulation 4 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.

This diverse role requires an individual with a high level of commitment to deliver an excellent level of customer service, exemplary project management and communication skills, with experience of working in a Local Authority or Public Sector, in a similar role.

Main responsibilities:

• Management and Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Surveys, Re-inspections and Audits.
• Technical competency and relevant experience to take on ‘Duty to Manage’ responsibilities.
• This includes providing asbestos management advice and guidance, assisting project managers with asbestos compliance on repairs and construction works.
• You must have good computer skills and experience of writing reports, creating floor plans and asbestos management plans
• Updating Asbestos (Database) systems and management plans, etc., specifying and ordering works as required, monitoring and supervising asbestos removal or repair works, providing advice and guidance on appropriate treatment and removal methods.
• Produce written responses to clients and stakeholders.
• You will be responsible for undertaking a percentage of pre and post inspections for quality performance purposes as directed by the Asbestos Manager, when the client is utilising the services of external specialists.
• You will be required to provide support, assistance and respond to a variety of asbestos related enquiries, as directed by the Asbestos Manager
• You will develop positive relationships with our clients to ensure we retain excellent customer care standards by answering queries, providing advice / support and sending relevant information.
• You will notify the Asbestos Manager of any complaints and commendations made by our clients and follow the appropriate procedures

Personal Qualifications and Experience:

• British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS) P402 Building Surveys & Bulk Sampling for Asbestos (or equivalent).
• British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS) P405 Management of Asbestos in Buildings (or working towards it).
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience of asbestos surveying, preferably in the Public Sector or Housing Association setting.
• Asbestos survey and removal project management experience.
• Extensive knowledge of Asbestos legislation, Guidance and best practice, undertake risk assessments and audits. Provide accurate and comprehensive management actions and recommendations.
• Good understanding of Duty to Manage responsibilities and ability to put requirements into practise.
• Computer literate, proficient in Microsoft Office Software Programs.
• Excellent report writing and typing skills, able to communicate clearly and effectively (written and verbal).
• Ability to manage, prioritise and co-ordinate workload effectively. Develop survey strategies and timetables.
• Demonstrable experience of providing a high standard of service and effective customer care.
• The ability to work in accordance with legislative requirements, client’s policies and procedures and with industry best practice.
• Ability to work independently, and to initiate service improvements as may be required. Commitment to providing a responsive and supportive service

If you are interested in this role, please contact Inesa.