Trainee Asbestos Surveyor
Location: East Kilbride, Scotland
Salary: £25,000 – £28,000 (depending on experience)
Contract: Permanent | Full-time
A well-established UKAS-accredited asbestos consultancy is looking to appoint a Trainee Asbestos Surveyor to join its growing team based in East Kilbride. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within the asbestos industry, with full training, industry qualifications, and ongoing support provided.
The role involves working across the Central Belt of Scotland, carrying out asbestos surveys under the guidance of experienced surveyors before progressing to managing your own workload.
What You’ll Be Joining
You’ll be joining a respected consultancy known for delivering high-quality asbestos services across Scotland. The company offers structured training, excellent mentoring, and genuine opportunities for career progression within a supportive environment.
Salary & Benefits
£25,000 – £28,000 salary (DOE)
- Company vehicle provided
- Full training and industry qualifications funded (including BOHS P402)
- Company pension scheme
- 22-25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Ongoing professional development
- Structured career progression
- Long-term, secure position
The Role
Assisting experienced surveyors with Management and Refurbishment & Demolition (R&D) asbestos surveys
Learning to identify and assess asbestos-containing materials in accordance with HSG264
Collecting bulk samples and recording accurate site information
Producing asbestos survey reports with full training provided
Travelling across the Central Belt of Scotland to a variety of commercial, industrial, domestic, education, and public sector sites
Ensuring all work complies with HSE guidance and company procedures
About You
Construction, environmental, or asbestos industry experience preferred
Previous asbestos experience desirable but not essential
Keen to develop a long-term career within the asbestos industry
Good communication and organisational skills
Willingness to travel throughout the Central Belt and occasionally stay away when required
Full UK driving licence (essential)
Professional, reliable, and eager to learn
Why This Role
Excellent opportunity to start a career in asbestos surveying
Full training and BOHS qualifications provided
Company vehicle from the outset
Varied workload across Scotland’s Central Belt
Long-term career progression within a growing consultancy
Supportive team with excellent mentoring and development opportunities
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