Asbestos Removal Supervisor

Smith's (gloucester) Limited; England; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life Assurance Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

PPE provided

Boot allowance every 6 months

Gym membership discounts

Staff discounts across Smiths Group

Job summary

Smith's (gloucester) Limited is recruiting an Asbestos Removal Supervisor to lead on-site operations and deliver compliant, high-quality asbestos removal services. The role emphasises hands-on supervision, safety leadership, and effective team management in a busy on-site environment.

Suitable applicants will have at least 2 years of asbestos removal experience, a valid CSCS card, and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as an Asbestos Supervisor
• Minimum 2 years' asbestos removal experience
• Valid CSCS card
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong knowledge of CAR 2012 and current HSE regulations
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment

Responsibilities

• Oversee site operations and ensure compliance with current legislation
• Supervise operatives and maintain high health and safety standards
• Manage site documentation and records
• Set up and maintain site operations and workflows
• Liaise with clients, site management, contractors, and HSE inspectors
• Report progress to the Asbestos Manager and arrange equipment/materials
• Ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and within deadlines
• Maintain enclosure integrity and manage waste
• Position and set up decontamination units and site equipment

Skills

Asbestos supervision

HSE regulations

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

CSCS card

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Asbestos Removal Supervisor

£18.00 - £20.00 per hour | Permanent PAYE Position | Guaranteed Work | Career Progression

Please note: To be considered for this role, you must have at least 1 year's experience working as an Asbestos Supervisor, a minimum of 2 years' asbestos removal experience, and hold a valid CSCS card and full UK driving licence.

Join One of the Region's Leading Asbestos Removal Teams

Smiths is a fully HSE-licensed asbestos removal contractor with over 20 years of experience delivering safe, compliant, and high-quality asbestos removal services. Due to continued growth, we are seeking experienced Asbestos Removal Supervisors to join our established and professional teams.

This is a hands‑on supervisory role where you'll lead by example, support your team on site, and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

What You'll Receive

• Competitive hourly rate of £16.00 - £19.00, depending on experience
• Permanent, full‑time PAYE employment
• 42.5+ hours per week with overtime available
• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed work
• Structured training and development programme
• Clear progression opportunities
• Company pension scheme
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• PPE provided
• 6‑monthly boot allowance
• Corporate gym membership discounts
• Staff discounts across the Smiths Group, including 50% off skip hire

The Role

As an Asbestos Removal Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing site operations, ensuring compliance with current legislation, supervising operatives, and maintaining the highest standards of health and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervising and supporting asbestos removal operatives on site
• Managing site documentation and records
• Setting up and maintaining site operations
• Ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and within deadlines
• Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards
• Liaising with clients, site management, contractors, and HSE inspectors
• Reporting progress and site issues to the Asbestos Manager
• Ordering and managing plant, equipment, and materials
• Ensuring full compliance with CAR 2012 and Health & Safety legislation

Hands‑On Site Duties

• Positioning and setting up decontamination units
• Installing NPUs, generators, and other site equipment
• Building airlocks and baglocks
• Maintaining enclosure integrity and sheeting
• Setting up transit routes and warning signage
• Conducting smoke testing
• Maintaining negative pressure systems
• Carrying out asbestos removal works
• Preparing sites for 4‑stage clearance
• Securing, sealing, and managing asbestos waste

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 1 year's experience as an Asbestos Supervisor
• Minimum 2 years' asbestos removal experience
• Valid CSCS card
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong knowledge of CAR 2012 and current HSE regulations
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment