Asbestos scientist

Templarfox Consultancy Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental science consultancy in Greater London is looking for an Asbestos Technician/Scientist. The role involves managing asbestos samples, conducting analyses using SEM, and ensuring quality and efficiency in the laboratory. Applicants should have experience in a UKAS accredited lab, possess a relevant science qualification, and have strong problem-solving skills. This position offers an attractive package for the right candidate.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Ideally 2 years of experience working in a UKAS asbestos accredited laboratory.
• Experience in data entry and formulating reports.
• Familiarity with laboratory housekeeping and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver the workflow of asbestos samples.
• Perform analysis using microscopes or SEM.
• Ensure adherence to strict analytical and quality standards.
• Maintain cleaning and stock levels in the lab.

Skills

Experience in a UKAS asbestos accredited laboratory

Ability to manage own workload

Excellent eyesight

Calm and patient nature

Analytical problem-solving skills

Good communication skills

Education

Scientific / Maths A-levels, HND or Degree in a science discipline

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)

Job description

Asbestos Technician / scientist

Are you looking to begin a career in the Environmental Science industry? Are you a graduate with a science-based degree?

You will support the business in delivering services to clients, your principal role will be to manage and deliver the workflow of asbestos samples for preparation, analysis via Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) and reporting as well as assisting in the weekly running of the laboratory.

Summary of duties to include but not limited to :

Laboratory focused duties, including preparation and analysis of samples in adherence to strict analytical and quality standards.

Perform analysis using microscopes or SEM.

Data entry of all results collected from analysis carried out.

Formulating and writing asbestos analysis reports.

Responsible for the efficiency and output of the laboratory.

Laboratory housekeeping.

Cleaning and maintaining stock levels.

Requirements

Ideally 2 years of experience working in a UKAS asbestos accredited laboratory.

Scientific / Maths A-levels or HND or Degree in a science discipline.

Ability to manage own workload, work under pressure and meet multiple deadlines.

Pro‑active, with excellent eyesight, calm and patient nature and ability to analytically solve problems.

IT literate with experience of using MS Word and Excel.

Experience/knowledge of working with microscopes or Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) is desirable, as would previous experience within a lab environment.

Good communication skills, both written and verbal, and able to work well with colleagues across all areas of the business.

This is an exciting opportunity for a growing company not to be missed, so please apply now! The company is offering a very competitive package to attract the best candidates.

About us

Templarfox is a privately owned recruitment business leading in executive search, management selection, salary benchmarking and business development services. The recruiter has stated that all applicants for this job should be able to prove that they are legally entitled to work in the UK and, on this occasion, TemplarFox Consultancy is acting as an employment agency.