Asbestos Analyst & Surveyor Apprenticeship (Level 3) - Life Environmental Services Ltd

Tiro; Basildon; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Pension

25 days annual leave

Equipment and PPE provided

Regular training & CPD opportunities

Job summary

Life Environmental Services Ltd invites applications for a Level 3 Asbestos Site Technician apprenticeship. The role is site-based across Essex and the South East, with on-site training and a structured development programme over 12 months.

You will learn asbestos surveying, air monitoring, and clearance testing while supporting experienced teams. The apprenticeship aims to progress toward RSciTech with hands-on experience in safety-critical environments.

Qualifications

• Be 18 or over
• Not be in full-time education
• Have lived in the UK for at least 3 years
• Have the right to work in the UK

Responsibilities

• Carry out asbestos surveys and air monitoring on-site
• Assist with asbestos removal project management
• Support with data collection, sample handling, and reporting
• Follow strict safety procedures and PPE requirements

Skills

On-site work

Safety-conscious

Driving licence

Job description

Department: Science Apprenticeship - Asbestos L3

Location: Essex

Compensation: £21,157 - £24,784 / year

Description

Location: Site based across Essex and the South East (Occasional travel to Life Environmental Services, Unit 4, Ducketts Wharf, South Street, Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 3AR)

Expected Start Date: July 2026

Working for Life Environmental Services Ltd

Established in 1995, Life Environmental Services Ltd are an independent National Environmental Consultancy. The company employs a total of 135 staff members covering the whole of the United Kingdom.

The business now provides a comprehensive selection of Environmental Consultancy Services. The core areas of the business are Asbestos Consultancy, Legionella Consultancy Services and Fire Consultancy Services, across all sectors including Construction, Local Government, MOD, Education, Social Housing, Logistics, Manufacturing and many more.

About Life Environmental Services

The Package

• Starting salary of £21,157/year to £24,784/year (Depending on age)
• Salary increases upon completion of qualifications
• Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 5pm
• 25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Company van
• Equipment and PPE provided
• Pension
• Regular training & CPD opportunities

Key Responsibilities

Life Environmental Services are pleased to be able to offer you the opportunity to both earn a salary and study towards a nationally recognised qualification through our Level 3 Asbestos Surveying and Analyst Apprenticeship.

As an Asbestos Analyst & Surveyor Apprentice, you’ll be working out on-site, learning the ropes of both roles through a structured training and development programme. You'll support our experienced teams in a variety of environments—from homes and commercial properties to industrial sites.

Asbestos Analysis

• Carry out air quality and reassurance monitoring
• Conduct fibre counting
• Perform four-stage clearance inspections
• Undertake personal and compliance air testing
• Accurately complete certificates and reports
• Assist with asbestos removal project management

Asbestos Surveying:

• Collect and label bulk material samples safely
• Undertake Management, Refurbishment, and Demolition Surveys
• Complete Priority Risk Assessments for clients
• Work across a range of property types (domestic, commercial, industrial)
• Ensure sample handling and data uploading follows company procedures

About You

You’re someone who prefers being out on site rather than behind a desk, and you’re comfortable working in environments like construction, demolition, or industrial settings. Early starts, travel, and changing locations don’t put you off — in fact, you enjoy the variety and the sense of purpose that comes with hands‑on work.

You take safety seriously and understand the importance of following procedures properly. Working to strict rules, method statements, and risk assessments feels natural to you, and you don’t cut corners. You’re calm, focused, and able to stay composed even in regulated environments where inspections, audits, or oversight are part of the job.

You’re practical by nature and learn best by doing. Repetition and routine don’t bother you — you see them as part of building consistency and getting things right every time. You’re comfortable using equipment, following technical processes, and working in PPE or RPE for extended periods when required.

You can work independently once trained, taking responsibility for your tasks, but you also communicate clearly with teammates and supervisors to make sure work is completed safely and correctly. You’re motivated by doing work that matters — contributing to environmental safety, compliance, and protecting public health.

You value clear expectations, stability, and progression. You’re interested in building a long‑term career, developing your skills step by step, and moving forward into roles such as surveyor or analyst over time.

Please note: You must be 18+ due to the nature of the working environment.

Please note: A full UK manual driving licence is required for this role - Any more than 3 points on your licence will need to be reviewed.

Apprenticeship Eligibility

• Be 18 or over
• Not be in full-time education
• Have lived in the UK for at least 3 years
• Have the right to work in the UK

To Apply For This Apprenticeship, You Must

• Be 18 or over
• Not be in full-time education
• Have lived in the UK for at least 3 years
• Have the right to work in the UK

Apprenticeships are designed to provide new knowledge, skills and behaviours, so applicants should not already hold a Level 3, degree or higher qualification in a closely related subject, or have significant experience in the same field.

If you’re unsure whether you meet the criteria, we’d still love to hear from you - get in touch and we can advise you further.

So how does the apprenticeship work?

Start your career as an asbestos site technician and gain hands‑on experience supporting essential surveying, air monitoring, and inspection work in real‑world environments.

As part of this Level 3 Asbestos Site Technician apprenticeship, you’ll learn how to carry out asbestos surveys, air monitoring, and clearance activities, applying recognised industry methods to produce accurate, compliant, and legally defensible results.

Over 12 months, you’ll combine day‑to‑day experience in your role with structured training delivered by expert tutors at Tiro. Our blended learning approach includes a mix of online sessions, in‑person training, and hands‑on support, alongside guidance from a dedicated mentor in the workplace.

You’ll spend at least 6 hours per week on off‑the‑job training, including virtual learning, practical activities, and applied assignments.

What your training will look like:

You’ll follow a structured programme combining live sessions, online learning, and hands‑on workplace training to build your skills step by step.

As part of your training, you’ll also work towards the RSPH Level 3 Award in Asbestos Air Monitoring and Clearance Procedures, a recognised qualification within the asbestos industry.

What could your future look like?

This apprenticeship will help you build the skills and experience needed to start your career as an asbestos site technician and progress within the asbestos management industry.

Through hands‑on training, you’ll develop the competence and confidence to carry out asbestos surveys, air monitoring, and clearance testing in line with regulatory requirements. You’ll work in safety‑critical environments, following strict compliance standards and contributing to protecting people, property, and the wider environment. This programme can also lead to professional recognition, such as becoming a Registered Science Technician (RSciTech).

You’ll gain experience that’s highly valued in a regulated and essential industry, opening up opportunities to grow and specialise within asbestos surveying, air monitoring, and related technical roles.