Asbestos Management Operative - Aldermaston

AWE plc; Hunstanworth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

270 hours annual leave

Pension scheme 9-13%

Maternity leave (39 weeks)

Paternity leave (4 weeks)

Professional development funding

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance (4x salary)

Discounts on spending

Special leave for volunteering

Job summary

AWE invites applications for an Asbestos Management Operative in Aldermaston. The role focuses on inspecting buildings to identify, test, and manage asbestos-containing materials, with a emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance. Attractive benefits and a negotiable salary accompany a strong purpose to help keep the nation safe.

The role requires carrying out surveys, maintaining records, and updating the Asbestos Data Management System, all while working fully onsite in RG7 4PR.

Qualifications

• Interest in asbestos management and building safety.
• Awareness of health and safety regulations and willingness to learn asbestos legislation.
• Good attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyse information.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Confident working independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety surveys and collect material samples.
• Maintain the company asbestos registers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Analytical ability

Written communication

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Job description

Asbestos Management Operative - Aldermaston

Date Posted: 2026-09-26

Location: Chester-le-Street, England

Country: GB

Application Deadline: 2026-12-25

Comments: 2026-12-25T07:02:38.183

Job Details

Asbestos Management Operative - Aldermaston, Berkshire, RG7 4PR

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: per annum + Negotiable

Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking

Package: Starting from 24,160 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience)

Working Pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight, with every other Friday as a non-working day. Employees are required to work fully onsite. Flexible working arrangements, including part-time and varied hours, are supported where possible. Please indicate if you would like us to consider an alternative working pattern.

Role Overview

At AWE, it's not just a job; it's more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. This role offers an opportunity to play a part in that mission. We are recruiting for an Asbestos Management Operative within the Radiochemistry Group. The role involves inspecting buildings and structures to identify, test, and manage asbestos-containing materials.

Key Duties

• Conduct safety surveys and collect material samples


• Maintain the company asbestos registers

Key Accountabilities

• Maintain a register of all Asbestos-Containing Materials (ACMs) or presumed ACMs, detailing their location, type, amount, and condition


• Work in compliance with health and safety legislation, AWE standards, and regulatory requirements including the Control of Asbestos Regulations


• Complete required training, qualifications, and site assessments to demonstrate technical competence


• Carry out asbestos surveys by inspecting buildings, structures, and equipment, taking samples, and assessing asbestos condition, type, location, and risk


• Update asbestos records accurately by maintaining inspection data, condition assessments, and the Asbestos Data Management System


• Support compliance with CAR Reg 4 by applying management controls, informing facility management of damaged materials, updating risk scores, and recording removal or remedial works

Candidate Requirements

• An interest in asbestos management, building safety, or compliance


• Awareness of health and safety regulations and willingness to learn asbestos legislation and standards


• Good attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records


• Strong problem-solving skills and analytical ability


• Good written and verbal communication skills


• Confidence to work independently and as part of a team


• Experience with surveys, inspections, or compliance systems is beneficial but not essential


• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and commitment to continuous development


• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and building positive working relationships

Benefits

• 9-day working fortnight with every other Friday off, plus 270 hours of annual leave


• Market-leading contributory pension scheme (employer contributes between 9% and 13%)


• Family-friendly policies: Maternity Leave (39 weeks full pay) and Paternity Leave (4 weeks full pay)


• Opportunities for professional development, including funding for relevant professional memberships


• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services


• Life Assurance (4 times annual salary)


• Discounts on everyday spending


• Paid leave for volunteering, public service, and caring responsibilities

For more details, refer to the 'Working at AWE' page and the 'AWE Benefits Guide' on our website.

#s1-Gen

Operative for the Radiochemistry Group. The purpose of the role is inspecting buildings/ structures to find, test, and manage asbestos containing materials. Key duties include carrying out safety surveys, collecting material samples, and maintaining the company asbestos registers. Key accountabilities include: Actively maintain a register detailing the location, type, amount, and condition of all Asbestos-Containing Materials (ACMs) or presumed ACMs. Work in line with relevant health and safety legislation, AWE standards and regulatory requirements, including the Control of Asbestos Regulations. Complete all required training, qualifications, and site assessments to demonstrate technical competence for the role. Carry out asbestos surveys by safely inspecting buildings, structures, and equipment, taking samples, and assessing the condition, type, location, and risk of asbestos-containing materials. Maintain accurate asbestos records by updating inspection/survey data, condition
assessments, and the Asbestos Data Management System. Support continued compliance with CAR Reg 4 by applying management controls, informing facility management of damaged materials, updating risk scores, and recording asbestos removal or remedial works. What are we looking for? An interest in asbestos management, building safety, or compliance. Awareness of health and safety regulations and willingness to learn asbestos legislation and standards. Good attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyse information. Good written and verbal communication skills. Confident working both independently and as part of a team. Experience with surveys, inspections, or compliance systems would be beneficial but is not essential. A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and commitment to continuous development. Committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and building positive working relationships. Work hard, be

Asbestos Management Operative - Aldermaston, Berkshire,RG7 4PR Job Type:Full-TimeSalary: per annum + Negotiable Asbestos Management Operative Location: RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking . Package: Starting from 24,160 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience) Working Pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight, with every other Friday as a non-working day. For this role, employees are required to work fully onsite. We support flexible working arrangements where possible, including part-time and varied working hours, while maintaining an onsite presence. Please let us know if you would like us to consider an alternative working pattern as part of your application. Ready to play your part? At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? AWE is currently recruiting for an Asbestos Management, rewarded: We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including: 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending. Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring. The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full
details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'. #LI-AJ1