At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise safe asbestos removal in various settings while ensuring health and safety standards.
- Company: West Coast Thermal Ltd, a leading thermal insulation and asbestos removal company in Cumbria.
- Benefits: Company pension contributions, lodging provided, and 25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Join a dedicated team making a real difference in health and safety across communities.
- Qualifications: Strong teamwork, leadership skills, and awareness of health and safety regulations.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
West Coast Thermal Ltd, established in 2002, is Cumbria's leading specialized thermal insulation and licensed asbestos removal company.
Our staff, all local to West Cumbria, undergo regular training to ensure expertise in both fields.
We maintain the highest standards in all our work, evident from our extensive client base spanning local authorities, councils, hospital trusts, housing associations, and major construction companies.
Job Purpose
To supervise the safe removal of asbestos containing materials from industrial, commercial and residential properties, including those in healthcare and educational settings.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
- To organise and co-ordinate site work with minimum risk to health and safety of themselves and others.
- To comply with Company Policies, Procedures, Manuals and site specific requirements.
- To co-operate with management, ensuring specific asbestos remediation works are carried out in accordance with the safe system of work and completed to a high standard and within agreed timescales.
- To ensure method statements and risk assessments are adhered to and all records (site diaries, checklists, forms, etc.) remain up to date and are completed comprehensively and in their entirety.
- To establish and maintain a safe work area, ensuring work areas are clearly demarcated with suitable barriers and signage) to prevent unauthorised access, safe tools and equipment are used, there is no inadvertent effects to adjacent personnel, safe access/egress is maintained, including in emergency situations.
- To ensure Operatives are competent and hold the relevant training certification for the activities being carried out and specific equipment being used.
- To ensure the safe and secure storage of all materials and equipment, including hazardous substances and waste.
- To maintain a tidy work area at all times, demonstrating high standards of housekeeping during the course of work and upon completion.
- To ensure all work equipment (including Company vehicles) is suitable, safe for use and adequately maintained. Conducting and recording pre-user checks.
- To ensure an adequate supply of RPE, PPE and PPC is available, used properly and worn when required.
- To report all accidents, incidents, near misses and hazards immediately and in accordance with the Company procedures, to allow appropriate investigations and remedial actions to be taken.
- To liaise and co-operate with HSE Inspectors, WCT Asbestos Contract Manager and SHEQ Manager when conducting site visits/audits.
- To co-operate fully and professionally with inspectors from the HSE/EA/ONR and Client representatives.
- To support the Company in their endeavours to comply with all legislative obligations to meet the requirements of ISO 9001 Quality Management System and ISO 14001 Environmental Management System.
- Additionally, you are expected to carry out any other duties that may reasonably be required in line with your main duties.
Person specification
- Good team working skills – positive leadership
- Logical thinking skills
- Awareness of health and safety
- Well organised, proactive, assertive and self-disciplined
- Good customer service, communication and client/external interface skills
- Company Pension contributions
- Lodging Provided
- 25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays
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Asbestos Supervisor in Workington employer: West Coast Thermal Ltd
West Coast Thermal Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises safety and professional development. With a strong commitment to training and high standards, employees benefit from 25 days of annual leave, company pension contributions, and lodging provisions, all while working in a dynamic environment that serves the local community in West Cumbria.
