Trainee Asbestos Analyst

Trainee Asbestos Analyst – Pathway to becoming a Qualified Asbestos Analyst
Location: Essex
Salary: £24,784.50 rising to £26k upon successful sign off
Full UK Manual driving licence & own car essential

Role Overview:
As a Trainee Asbestos Analyst, you will undergo a thorough 14 week training program, both classroom and site based within our Essex office.

This course is designed for you to become a fully qualified Asbestos Analyst, upon the completion of which you will be prepared and required to pass your BOHS P403 & P404 exams. The training requires hard work, dedication, and revision.

Once qualified, you'll be responsible for monitoring and analysing airborne fibres at various sites, which can range from industrial sites to residential properties. You'll conduct tests such as background, leak, reassurance, and 4-stage clearances, all while following strict safety guidelines in the HSG 248 Analyst Guide.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake Thorough Training: Undertake a 14 week teaching course at the end of which you'll need to be ready to put in the time and effort to pass the BOHS P403 & P404 exams.
• Commitment to training: This will be held across both our Essex office along with frequent site visits and shadowing days.
• Different Work Environments: Once qualified, you will be working on various challenging and interesting sites, which can include factories, schools, hospitals, and residential areas, often dealing with the public in high-pressure situations.
• Perform air tests: Such as 4-stage clearances, background, leaks, reassurance.
• Compliance: Ensure all work meets AEC and UKAS standards for quality and safety**.**
• New Day, New Office: Travel to client sites across the Southeast, London, and further afield.
• Flexibility: Participate in weekend rotas and work away from home when needed.
• Safety: Follow company vehicle policies, ensuring safe driving and maintenance.

Requirements:

• Full UK manual driving license and own vehicle whilst training, then you will be given a company van & fuel card
• At least 5 GCSEs, including Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Strong communication skills for dealing with clients and the public.
• Reliable, punctual, and well-organised, with a commitment to hard work and learning.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and travel.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:
At AEC, we treat our employees like family. As an Employee-Owned Company (EOT), we're passionate about creating a supportive and inclusive environment where you can thrive. We believe in diversity, innovation, and driving forward together.
You'll enjoy:
Career Development: We are the leading training company in the industry, giving you ample opportunities for growth, including the chance to earn further professional qualifications.
Fantastic Benefits: 23 days leave plus bank holidays, private healthcare, pension scheme, and more!
Supportive Culture: A safety-first, collaborative work environment where quality and care are at the heart of everything we do.
Inclusive Workplace: We are committed to recruiting from all walks of life to create a more sustainable, diverse, and forward-thinking future.