Apprentice Asbestos Surveyor / Analyst - (12 month apprenticeship programme)

Tetra Tech Europe; Guildford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured apprenticeship programme

On-site training

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

The apprenticeship opportunity at Tetra Tech offers hands-on asbestos surveying, air monitoring and sampling across diverse sites in the South East. You'll train while contributing to real projects under experienced professionals, gaining practical experience and formal qualifications.

You'll work towards the Level 3 Asbestos Analyst & Surveyor Apprenticeship, developing knowledge of legislation, safety, and reporting standards while building a solid foundation for a professional career in

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above are desirable.
• Strong communication and numerical skills are important.
• Interest in health, safety and environmental fields is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist with asbestos surveys and air monitoring activities.
• Support sampling, data management and technical reporting.
• Attend site inspections with senior staff.
• Develop knowledge of industry legislation and quality systems.

Skills

Communication skills

Literacy

Numeracy

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

GCSE English and Mathematics (Grade 4/C or above)

Job description

Launch Your Career in a Specialist Technical Profession

Looking for a career that combines technical expertise, hands‑on fieldwork and professional development? This is an opportunity to join an experienced Asbestos Consultancy Team and build a rewarding career in a highly regulated, safety‑critical sector. Through structured training, industry‑recognised qualifications and practical project experience, you'll develop the skills needed to help organisations manage risk, protect people and maintain safe environments across a diverse range of buildings and infrastructure projects.

Purpose & Scope of the Role

As an Apprentice Asbestos Surveyor & Analyst, you will support the delivery of asbestos surveying, air monitoring, sampling and analytical services across a varied portfolio of client sites. Working alongside experienced surveyors, analysts and technical specialists, you will gain practical experience while completing a Level 3 Asbestos Analyst & Surveyor Apprenticeship.

The role offers exposure to a wide range of sectors including commercial, industrial, healthcare, education and public sector environments. You'll contribute to projects ranging from asbestos management surveys in occupied buildings to refurbishment and demolition surveys supporting major construction and redevelopment projects.

As part of your development, you will assist with site inspections, air monitoring activities, sample collection, data management and technical reporting, while developing a strong understanding of industry legislation, accredited quality systems and best practice standards. Regular interaction with clients, contractors, colleagues and building occupiers will form an important part of the role, ensuring projects are delivered safely, professionally and to the highest technical standards.

Your Impact in this Position

This apprenticeship provides a structured pathway into a specialist technical profession with clear long‑term career prospects. Through a blend of workplace mentoring, formal training, online learning and practical experience, you will work towards recognised industry qualifications, including the RSPH Level 3 Award in Asbestos Air Monitoring and Clearance Procedures.

From day one, you'll develop a solid understanding of asbestos legislation, health and safety requirements, surveying methodologies, air monitoring techniques and quality assurance processes. As your knowledge and confidence grow, you'll take on increasing responsibility across surveying and analytical activities, supporting the successful delivery of client projects and contributing to the management of asbestos‑related risks.

Successful completion of the programme can lead to a range of qualified career opportunities, including Asbestos Surveyor, Asbestos Analyst, Site Analyst or dual‑trained Surveyor/Analyst roles, providing a strong foundation for long‑term progression within the industry.

Core Capabilities

• Technical Learning Agility


• Health, Safety and Compliance Focus


• Data Accuracy and Technical Reporting


• Professional Client Engagement


• Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement

Training, Qualifications & Experience

We're looking for individuals with a positive attitude, strong work ethic and genuine enthusiasm for learning in a technical and safety‑focused environment. Strong communication skills, good literacy and numeracy, and excellent attention to detail are important.

An interest in health and safety, environmental consultancy, construction, engineering, science or building‑related disciplines would be advantageous. GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade 4/C or above are desirable, as is any previous experience within a practical, engineering, construction, laboratory, site‑based or customer‑facing environment.

A full UK driving licence is essential.

Working Environment

This is a full‑time position based across the South East, delivering services on a regional client‑site basis. The majority of your time will be spent on‑site, supporting asbestos surveying, air monitoring and sampling activities across a wide variety of buildings and operational environments.

The role involves regular travel to client locations, project sites, company offices, training venues and apprenticeship development sessions. Flexibility is provided through varied project locations and practical field‑based working, with office attendance required for training, team collaboration and business activities as needed.

Why join Tetra Tech?

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide range of expertise across our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value. We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.

We support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who are Leading with Science to solve our clients’ most complex problems.

In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day‑to‑day role.

Recruitment Agencies

We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list and any submitted will be taken as a gift. Please refer to the careers page on our website if you require any further information.