Asbestos Lab Analyst

Future Select Recruitment; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a qualified Asbestos Lab Analyst in Chelmsford. Responsibilities include analyzing ACM samples, logging and storing samples, and maintaining lab safety. Candidates must have the BOHS P401 qualification and strong analytical skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, alongside professional training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Annual leave

Overtime opportunities

Further training

Qualifications

• Must hold the BOHS P401 qualification as a minimum.
• It would be beneficial to hold the BOHS P403, but this is not essential.
• Methodical work approach.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking analysis of ACM samples through stereo microscopy and PLM methods.
• Logging samples in and out of the lab.
• Safely storing samples.

Skills

Confidence in bulk analysis of ACM samples

Strong experience of analysing ACM samples

Excellent technical knowledge

Robust literacy, numeracy and IT skills

Education

BOHS P401 qualification

BOHS P403 qualification

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Asbestos Lab Analyst

Location: Chelmsford, Essex

Salary/Benefits: £25k - £34k + Training & Benefits

Due to recent growth, our client is looking for a P401 qualified Asbestos Lab Analyst to join their well-established team in the South East. Applicants must be confident in the bulk analysis of ACM samples and must be able to keep accurate logs of results. The company is a privately owned and UKAS accredited laboratory, who can offer great further training. Salaries on offer are competitive and benefits include: pension scheme, annual leave and overtime opportunities.

Locations considered

• Chelmsford
• Billericay
• Braintree
• Bishop's Stortford
• Sawbridgeworth
• Harlow
• Epping
• Cheshunt
• Enfield
• Chigwell
• Wickford
• Maldon
• Basildon
• Romford
• Hornchurch
• Witham
• Halstead
• Potters Bar
• Stevenage
• Welwyn Garden City
• Hatfield

Experience / Qualifications

• Must hold the BOHS P401 qualification as a minimum
• It would be beneficial to hold the BOHS P403, but this is not essential
• Strong experience of analysing ACM samples
• Excellent technical knowledge
• Methodical work approach
• Robust literacy, numeracy and IT skills

The Role

• Undertaking analysis of ACM samples through stereo microscopy and PLM methods
• Logging samples in and out of the lab
• Safely storing samples
• Producing and issuing certificates for clients
• Calibrating and servicing equipment
• Working to set targets
• Maintaining a safe and clean lab environment

Alternative job titles

Alternative job titles: Asbestos Bulk Analyst, Asbestos Analyst.

Future Select are the leading market supplier for recruitment in the Asbestos industry; we work with the best clients and candidates and supply the majority of permanent jobs in the asbestos market. We have a large dedicated team, with over 25 years combined industry experience within Asbestos recruitment specifically geared to dealing with Asbestos Surveyors/Analysts/Lab Technicians, Administrators, Project/Regional /Technical/Quality/Training/Sales Managers through to Director Level for both Consultancy & Removal. We have intrinsic knowledge of the market place, as well as respecting candidates/clients confidentiality in this close knit market sector.

Notes

We are also interested in anyone with p401/p402/p403/p404/p404 or s301 CCP.

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