Trainee Asbestos Laboratory Analyst – Pathway to becoming a Qualified Asbestos Laboratory Analyst
Location: Essex (Site-Based)
Salary: £24,784.50 rising to £26k upon successful sign off
AEC are looking to grow our Essex based lab team and bring in a new Trainee Asbestos Lab Analyst. In this role you will undergo a thorough 12 week training program within our Essex Office.
This course is designed for you to become a fully qualified Asbestos Laboratory Analyst, upon the completion of which you will be prepared and required to pass your BOHS P401 exam. The training requires hard work, dedication, and revision. Once qualified, the core responsibility of the laboratory analyst is to analyse bulk samples for asbestos content.
Working within a team, the lab analyst will be expected to analyse 60 bulk samples per day once qualified and experienced.
Key Responsibilities:
- Preparing samples for analysis.
- Laboratory analysis of bulk samples for asbestos content, using polarised light microscopy.
- Re-analysis of lab samples to ensure quality standards are met.
- Liaising with clients with regards to sample results, providing advice and dealing with general queries.
- Management of workload on a daily basis.
- Producing reports and certificates detailing the sample analysis findings and then reporting this to clients.
- Administration duties, as required, including raising purchase orders and completing the review of asbestos survey documents.
- Carrying out respirator checks to site-staff issued respirators.
- Attend quarterly staff meetings.
Requirements:
- Previous laboratory experience (desirable)
- At least 5 GCSEs, including Maths and English (or equivalent).
- Reliable, punctual, and well-organised, with a commitment to hard work and learning.
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.
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Trainee Asbestos Laboratory Analyst in Brentwood employer: Airborne Environmental Consultants Ltd
At AEC, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive and employee-owned culture that prioritises quality and safety. Our commitment to ongoing training and career progression ensures that as a Commercial Asbestos Surveyor, you will have ample opportunities for personal and professional growth while working in a dynamic environment that values your contributions. With the added benefit of travel and a flexible weekend rota, AEC is the ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
Airborne Environmental Consultants Ltd Recruitment Team
