Asbestos Lab Analyst

Future Select Recruitment; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the asbestos industry is seeking an Asbestos Lab Analyst in Sunderland. The role involves analyzing samples for asbestos and requires a BOHS P401 qualification. Strong technical skills and experience in a UKAS accredited laboratory are essential. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, along with training opportunities.

Benefits

Training opportunities

Pension scheme

Annual leave allowance

Qualifications

• Must hold the BOHS P401 qualification.
• Experience in bulk analysis of ACM samples.
• Worked in a UKAS accredited laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Undertake bulk analysis of samples.
• Identify asbestos types in samples.
• Maintain and organize laboratory cleanliness.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge

Methodical approach

Literacy and numeracy skills

Proficiency in IT software

Workload management

Education

BOHS P401 qualification

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Asbestos Lab Analyst
Location: Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
Salary/Benefits: £25k - £33k + Training & Benefits

Our client is a UKAS accredited Asbestos company seeking a P401 qualified Lab Analyst for their laboratory in the North East region. The company has national coverage and a track record within the industry, supporting comprehensive training and development opportunities. Applicants must possess strong technical knowledge and a methodical approach, and have a background in a UKAS accredited company. Salaries are competitive and benefits include a pension scheme, training and annual leave allowance.

We can consider candidates from the following locations: Sunderland, Washington, Chester-le-Street, Stanley, Consett, Gateshead, Houghton le Spring, Ponteland, Cramlington, North Shields, South Shields, Whiteley Bay, Blyth, Newcastle upon Tyne, Hebburn, Morpeth, Ashington, Spennymoor, Hartlepool, Darlington, Middlesbrough, Barnard Castle.

Experience / Qualifications

• Must hold the BOHS P401 qualification
• Able to undertake the bulk analysis of ACM samples
• Will have worked within a UKAS accredited laboratory
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills
• Proficient in using IT software
• Able to manage their own workload

The Role

• Undertaking bulk analysis of samples for the presence of asbestos
• Identifying the type of asbestos in samples
• Logging and storing samples safely
• Using PLM and stereo-microscopy methods
• Updating internal company database to complete reports
• Maintaining the cleanliness and function of the laboratory
• Organising repairs and servicing of equipment
• Issuing certificates to clients
• Meeting / exceeding set targets

Alternative job titles

Asbestos Bulk Analyst, Asbestos Analyst.

About Future Select

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.

Additional notes

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

Application note

We are inundated with applications and will endeavour to respond. If you have applied and have not heard within a week, you may not have been successful at this time. Your details will be kept on our system and you will be contacted for future vacancies if a match arises.

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Job Info

Job Title: Asbestos Lab Analyst

Company: Future Select Recruitment

Location: Sunderland, Tyne and Wear

Posted: Sep 29th 2025

Closes: Oct 30th 2025

Sector: Construction

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time