Air Analyst (Asbestos) Apprentice (Level 3) - Full Circle Compliance in Chelmsford

Compensation: £26,436 / year

Department: Science Apprenticeship - Asbestos L3

Location: Essex

Description Location: 32 Writtle Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 3BX

Working for Full Circle Compliance

With over 20 years experience within the industry, Full Circle Compliance is a fully independent consultancy, delivering trusted, quality, asbestos management services to a wide client base. Our cost effective and practical approach will enable you to manage the risks associated with asbestos, ensuring you are fully compliant with current legal legislation.

The Package

• Starting salary of £26,436/year
• 21 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Working hours are 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
• Birthday as paid day off every year
• Death in service/Life Insurance benefit
• Online GP access
• Online Well Being Portal
• Flexible working shift patterns available
• Holiday accruement scheme
• Company social events

What will I be doing as an apprentice?

We are pleased to offer an opportunity for 2 Air Analyst (Asbestos) Apprentices (Level 3) to join Full Circle Compliance, supporting air monitoring, while ensuring work is carried out safely and in line with regulatory and company standards. This apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for a career in asbestos surveying and analysis, with the opportunity to work towards RSPH qualifications and gain practical on-site experience in a supportive, safety-focused environment.

Summary of duties

• Working towards the attainment of RSPH qualifications.
• Developing relevant site experience, first through shadowing activities.
• Developing experience and eventual sign off to conduct airborne fibre monitoring, fibre counting and clearance works.
• Gain and maintain knowledge of all current Asbestos, health and safety and CDM regulations.
• Ensure the technical compliance of all work that is carried out and liaise closely with the Technical Director.
• Ensure that all asbestos related work is carried out in accordance with company Quality and Procedures Manual and associated documentation.
• Attend operational team meetings as and when required.
• Ensure that reports are completed in accordance with timescales set and to the required standard.
• Participate in the internal and external audit programme for fibre counting as required.
• Compile recommendations and technically review reports as necessary.
• Be alert to business opportunities and promote the services of the group, identify inter-company sales opportunities and pass leads.
• Attend training courses as and when required.
• Carry out any other duties required as part of the overall strategy to achieve the company’s objectives.

Please note: Due to the nature of the role you must be 18+ and hold a full UK manual driving licence to be eligible.

What could the future look like?

When you join Full Circle Compliance, the possibilities for your success are limitless. As a successful applicant, you have the potential to secure a full-time position within the company at the conclusion of your apprenticeship. Through practical on-the-job training, you will develop new skills and gain the competence and responsibility required for asbestos surveying and analysis. This apprenticeship serves as a stepping stone towards a rewarding career in asbestos management, with the added opportunity for the apprentice to work towards professional recognition. This programme opens up a variety of career pathways across industries including construction, civil engineering, environmental consultancy, health and safety management, and hazardous materials surveying, ensuring your skills are in demand across multiple sectors. This apprenticeship can also help pave the way for further professional development and accreditation in asbestos management. You may choose to pursue recognised qualifications such as the RSPH.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be IT literate, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A strong eye for detail and the ability to work under pressure are essential, along with a proactive attitude and a genuine desire to develop your skills through training and hands-on site experience. Experience using handheld data collectors would be beneficial, although full training will be provided.

Experience

We value attitude, curiosity, and commitment just as much as past experience. While previous experience can be helpful, it’s not essential — we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, especially those with a genuine interest in the field and the motivation to build a career. You might be a school or college leaver, or someone looking to retrain. Either way, if you’re enthusiastic, proactive, and ready to learn, you’ll fit right in.

Qualifications

It’s about enthusiasm, not school results. In our experience the most successful apprentices are those who are driven to find out more about the sector, can be up front about what they do and don’t already know, are considerate, self-reflective, and impatient to learn the job role!

So how does the apprenticeship work?

Over 12 months, you’ll devote a minimum of 6 hours of your working week on ‘off the job’ training. This can include theory training (for example, virtual lessons & online learning), alongside practical training (for example shadowing, mentoring, & time spent writing assignments). Together this will count towards a Level 3 Asbestos Air Analyst apprenticeship. You’ll be trained by an expert tutor from Tiro as well as an experienced mentor at Full Circle Compliance who together, will make sure you develop the knowledge, skills, and work habits you’ll need to succeed in your career. Being an apprentice is hands-on, so you’ll get the chance to learn things you might otherwise not have experienced in a university or college environment. The best part? You’ll be earning a salary while you gain your qualifications, meaning no huge student loans to pay back at the end of the programme!

Eligibility

While we never want to hinder your job application process with obstacles, there are some minimum requirements you’ll need to meet in order to do an apprenticeship, these are rules set by the UK Government. As a training provider, we are committed to ensuring that our apprenticeship programs deliver significant new knowledge and skills. To be eligible, applicants must demonstrate that the program will provide learning and experiences beyond their current qualifications and professional expertise. If you already hold a Level 3, degree or equivalent higher-level qualification in a closely related field, or possess substantial relevant experience, you may not be eligible for apprenticeship funding, as these programmes are designed for individuals who require upskilling or reskilling in their chosen career pathway. You’ll need to be over 18, not in full time education, have lived in the UK for 3 years and have the right to work in the UK. If you don’t quite meet these minimum requirements yet, let us know you’re interested here and we’ll get in touch to discuss this further with you.