Asbestos Technical Manager

Asbestos Technical Manager Hybrid role | Midlands & Surrounding Areas Up to £50k + Benefits This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly respected Asbestos Consultancy that’s continuing to expand across the UK. With a strong focus on delivering a high-quality service to a wide portfolio of clients, they’re now looking to bring in a Technical Manager to help maintain their technical standards and drive forward best practice. This could be the perfect next step for someone who’s been working as a Deputy Technical Manager or Compliance Auditor and is ready to take on more responsibility in a company where your input will be valued and supported. The role The Technical Manager will play a key part in maintaining UKAS accreditations to ISO17025 and ISO17020. You’ll be involved in a wide range of technical and compliance-led tasks across surveying, analytical and laboratory activities and you’ll also contribute to staff development by supporting ongoing training and competency. Key responsibilities include: * Overseeing compliance with asbestos technical procedures through audit reviews and training * Managing the audit schedule and employee authorisation records * Reviewing QA processes across inspection and testing activities * Supporting internal training initiatives, including toolbox talks and refreshers * Supporting new staff through induction and probation * Managing internal QC and external proficiency testing schemes (RICE and AIMS) * Assisting with UKAS assessments and closing out findings * Carrying out site-based technical audits * Overseeing equipment calibration, servicing and consumables * Providing hands-on support and guidance to the wider technical team To be considered, you will need: * Strong asbestos background is essential * Minimum of P401, P402, P403, P404 or Certificate of Competence in Asbestos * Sound understanding of UKAS accreditations – ISO17025 and ISO17020 * Experience conducting technical audits * Confident communicator with excellent organisational skills * Comfortable working independently and managing time across varied responsibilities * A full UK driving license – this role will require national travel at times, therefore willingness to travel is essential Why apply? You’ll be joining one of the UK’s leading asbestos consultancies, with a fantastic reputation for quality, professionalism and staff development. The team is supportive, the standards are high and there’s genuine room to grow. Whether you’ve already held a Technical Manager role or are ready to step up from a Deputy or Auditor position, this could be a great step in your career. If you\’d like to explore this further, get in touch with Angelina @ Golden Fox Recruitment on (phone number removed) for a confidential chat about the role. Similar Job Titles: Deputy Technical Manager, Compliance Auditor, Quality Manager