At a Glance
- Tasks: Analyse samples for asbestos content and produce reliable test reports.
- Company: Join a fast-growing safety and compliance business in Newcastle.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, pension, life cover, and health policy.
- Other info: Dynamic lab environment with opportunities for career growth and teamwork.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on site safety while developing your expertise.
- Qualifications: Must hold BOHS P401 and have experience in asbestos or analytical industries.
The predicted salary is between 27000 - 29000 £ per year.
Randstad are partnering with one of the UK's fastest-growing safety and compliance businesses established just over 20 years ago to find an experienced Asbestos Laboratory Technician. Our client isn't just looking for someone to go through the motions in the lab. They want a diligent, detail-oriented professional who takes real pride in the accuracy of their work. If you thrive in a process-driven environment where your analysis directly impacts site safety, and you want to work for an employer that genuinely values your expertise with a straightforward, supportive package, this could be the perfect fit.
Location: Newcastle
Salary: £27,000 - £29,000
Package: 25 days holiday, increasing by 1 day every year, Stakeholder Pension, Life cover, Employee Assistance Programme, and a Health policy.
What you'll actually be doing day-to-day:
- Receiving and thoroughly analysing bulk material samples submitted by field staff and third parties for asbestos content.
- Managing your own workload and helping colleagues hit sample KPIs, aiming for a satisfactory completion of around 70 points each day.
- Accurately recording test observations and data to produce highly factual, reliable test reports in both hardcopy and electronic formats.
- Staying on top of quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) schemes, playing a vital role in maintaining the lab's UKAS accreditation and your own authorisation status.
- Attending technical meetings, communicating with internal stakeholders, supervising trainees, and occasionally liaising with client representatives to provide factual, impartial advice.
- Ensuring all lab equipment is properly used, well-maintained, and continuously compliant with its calibration status.
What you need to bring to the table:
- Must hold a BOHS P401 (or the RSPH equivalent).
- Proven experience working within the asbestos and/or analytical industries.
- A highly methodical attitude, process-orientated, and fantastic attention to detail.
- Ability to work under your own initiative while remaining flexible and reliable for the wider team.
Ready for the next step in your career? Apply today.
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Asbestos Laboratory Technician in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: Randstad Construction and Property
Randstad Construction and Property is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work environment where employees can thrive. With competitive pay, weekly earnings, and the opportunity for temp-to-perm roles, you will find a rewarding career path while enjoying a great work-life balance in the beautiful city of Oxford. Join our dedicated team and take advantage of our commitment to employee growth and satisfaction.
Contact Details:
Randstad Construction and Property Recruitment Team
