Asbestos Surveyor

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Cannock; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Company pension scheme

Ongoing training

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Asbestos Surveyor to join our team in Cannock. You will carry out Management and Refurbishment & Demolition surveys across varied client sites in the Midlands, ensuring compliance with HSG264 and current asbestos legislation.

The role offers a structured workload, strong operational support, and opportunities for long-term career development within a UKAS-accredited consultancy. A full UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• BOHS P402 qualification is essential.
• Experience as an Asbestos Surveyor.
• Strong knowledge of HSG264 and asbestos legislation.
• Experience in a UKAS-accredited consultancy is desirable.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to manage workload independently.
• Professional, organised and reliable approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Management and Refurbishment & Demolition surveys in line with HSG264.
• Conduct bulk asbestos sampling across diverse properties.
• Produce accurate, detailed asbestos survey reports.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and internal teams.
• Maintain electronic survey records and documentation.
• Ensure all work complies with current asbestos legislation and HSE guidance.

Skills

Communication

Report writing

Time management

Independent work

Education

BOHS P402 qualification

Job description

Job Title: Asbestos Surveyor
Location: Cannock

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established UKAS-accredited asbestos consultancy in their search for an experienced Asbestos Surveyor to join their team in Cannock.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Asbestos Surveyor to join a respected environmental consultancy delivering high-quality asbestos services across the Midlands. The successful candidate will work across a varied portfolio of commercial, industrial, education, healthcare, residential, and public sector properties, benefiting from a structured workload, strong operational support, and opportunities for long-term career development.

THE ROLE

As an Asbestos Surveyor, you will be responsible for carrying out Management and Refurbishment & Demolition (R&D) asbestos surveys across Cannock and the surrounding Midlands region.

Working independently with the support of an experienced operations team, you will deliver accurate and professional surveying services while ensuring all work complies with HSG264, current asbestos legislation, and HSE guidance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carrying out Management and Refurbishment & Demolition (R&D) asbestos surveys in accordance with HSG264
• Conducting bulk asbestos sampling across a range of property types
• Producing accurate, detailed, and compliant asbestos survey reports
• Working across commercial, industrial, education, healthcare, residential, and public sector sites
• Managing your own diary and workload efficiently
• Liaising professionally with clients, contractors, and internal teams
• Maintaining accurate electronic survey records and documentation
• Ensuring all work complies with current asbestos legislation and HSE guidance

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• BOHS P402 qualification (essential)
• Previous experience working as an Asbestos Surveyor
• Strong understanding of HSG264 and current asbestos legislation
• Experience working within a UKAS-accredited consultancy is desirable
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong communication and report-writing skills
• Ability to manage your workload independently
• Professional, organised, and reliable approach to work

WHAT’S ON OFFER

• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle provided
• Company pension scheme
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Varied workload across multiple sectors
• Strong operational and management support
• Permanent, long-term position
• Genuine opportunities for career progression