Asbestos Supervisor

Rentokil Initial; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

NEST pension

Uniform and PPE

Wellbeing tools

Job summary

DCUK FM is seeking a qualified Asbestos Supervisor to oversee Midlands sites, ensuring safe removal, encapsulation and environmental cleaning in line with client specifications and UK legislation.

The role requires an active supervisor certificate (ARCA/ACAD) and hands‑on experience in licensed asbestos work. Driving licence is a bonus; the position offers full‑time hours and a company van where applicable.

Qualifications

• Valid, recognised Asbestos Supervisor certificate (e.g., ARCA, ACAD) required.
• 1+ year hands‑on experience in licensed asbestos removal and supervising site teams.
• Full UK driving licence is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise asbestos removal, encapsulation and environmental cleaning on site.
• Oversee decontamination unit setup, enclosures and store management.
• Ensure site risk assessments, method statements and best working practices are followed.
• Lead, brief and motivate removal operatives; verify up‑to‑date training.
• Conduct toolbox talks, emergency briefings, monitor PPE/RPE usage.
• Coordinate air monitoring and test inspections to verify conformance.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Education

Asbestos Supervisor certificate (ARCA/ACAD)

Job description

Job Title: Asbestos Supervisor

Location: Covering the Midlands

Company: DCUK FM (Part of the Rentokil Initial Group)

Join Our Team and Lead with Excellence

DCUK FM is actively seeking a qualified and experienced Asbestos Supervisor to join our dedicated teams covering the Midlands area. If you enjoy working across various sites and providing excellent customer service and leadership skills in person, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Please note: This is a regulated supervisory position. Applicants must hold formal, valid UK Asbestos Supervisor qualifications to be considered.

Why Join DCUK?

DCUK, part of the Rentokil Initial Group, are a growing organisation offering job stability and career progression. Not only can you join an organisation that grows talent from within, allowing you to climb the career ladder at a speed that suits you, we will also reward you with:

• Competitive Salary Package: Start with a basic salary of between £41690 - £50,028 per hour, depending on experience.
• Benefits: Free travel - whether we pick you up, pay for your public transport or provide you with a company van, you will not have to pay to and from work.
• Uniform and PPE: Safety is our number one priority - we’ll ensure you have all of the up to date equipment that allows you to do your job safely.
• Work-Life Balance: Full-time, permanent role, Monday to Friday (We have 40 hour and 50 hour working weeks available - keep reading for more information on working patterns!)
• Industry-Leading Training: Receive top-notch training to support our customers’ asbestos removal needs.
• Government pension scheme: Looking after your future - we use NEST
• Wellbeing Tools: including access to our Employee Assistance Programme.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Contracts Manager, you will take operational, safety, and commercial ownership on site. You will lead by example, fostering high standards, efficient resource management, and a zero-tolerance approach to unsafe practices. Core duties include:

Project Delivery: Supervising and directing asbestos removal, encapsulation, and environmental cleaning operations in accordance with client specifications, Plans of Work, and UK legislation.

Site Setup & Control: Overseeing the initial setup of decontamination units (DCUs), enclosures, site preparation, and store management.

Compliance & Risk Management: Ensuring site-specific risk assessments, method statements, and "best working practice" procedures are strictly implemented.

Team Leadership: Guiding, briefing, and motivating Asbestos Removal Operatives; verifying that all site personnel possess up-to-date documentation and training.

Health, Safety & Monitoring: Conducting regular Toolbox Talks, briefing emergency protocols, maintaining exposure records, and monitoring the correct usage and maintenance of all plant, PPE, and RPE.

Quality Assurance: Coordinating test inspections, air monitoring, and analytical clearances to verify works conformity.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Valid, recognised Asbestos Supervisor certificate (e.g., ARCA, ACAD, or equivalent industry-accredited supervisor training). Basic Asbestos Awareness certificates do not qualify for this post.

• 1+ years of proven, hands‑on experience in licensed asbestos removal, with practical experience supervising site teams and operations.

• Driving Licence (Desirable): A full UK Driving Licence is a strong bonus, but not strictly essential.

At Rentokil Initial, we value innovation, but we want to see the real you! While AI can help with structure and grammar, make sure your application shows your true passion and understanding of the role. A personal touch will help you stand out.

A Company Putting “People First"

DCUK, part of Rentokil Initial (FTSE100) is one of the largest business services companies in the world, operating in over 90 countries and providing services that protect people and enhance lives.

As a business, we focus on the Right People, doing the Right Things, and in the Right Way. We invest a lot of time and money in training and developing all our colleagues to be the best they can be, and we are always looking for talented and driven people to join our Rentokil Initial Family.

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