Asbestos Surveyor

Islington Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Greater London is seeking an experienced Asbestos Surveyor to ensure safety and compliance in the community's buildings. You'll conduct inspections, produce reports, and oversee safety protocols in a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in asbestos surveying and excellent communication skills. This role offers a commitment to work-life balance and professional development.

Benefits

Up to 36 days leave

Flexible working arrangements

Learning and development opportunities

Competitive pay

Local government pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in asbestos surveying, including management and refurbishment/demolition surveys.
• Ability to produce accurate, comprehensive reports.
• Commitment to continuous learning in asbestos management.

Responsibilities

• Conducting asbestos surveys and inspections.
• Producing comprehensive reports.
• Overseeing asbestos removal and ensuring safety protocols.

Skills

Asbestos surveying experience

Understanding of safety regulations

Report writing

Communication skills

Emergency response experience

Problem-solving skills

Job description

About The Role

Exciting Opportunity: Join Us as an Asbestos Surveyor!

Are you an experienced Asbestos Surveyor looking for your next challenge?

Do you want to play a vital role in ensuring the safety and well‑being of the Islington community?

Join us in our mission to create a more equal Islington where everyone has the chance to thrive. In this role, you'll be a key part of our Building Operations – Asbestos Team, helping us maintain the highest standards of safety and risk management across our properties.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Conducting asbestos surveys and inspections across a wide range of properties, including residential, schools, commercial, and industrial buildings
• Undertaking detailed Management and Refurbishment/Demolition surveys, with appropriate risk assessments and bulk sampling
• Producing comprehensive reports, including floor plans, within service deadlines
• Providing clear advice and recommendations on asbestos management, risk assessments, and compliance with council policy
• Overseeing asbestos removal and repair works, ensuring proper safety protocols and treatments are followed
• Responding to emergency situations, organising air testing, and coordinating remedial works as needed
• Maintaining and updating asbestos management systems and databases through our CAFM system
• Assisting with the quality performance of external asbestos specialists through pre‑ and post‑inspections
• Offering expert support to clients and stakeholders, providing advice and ensuring excellent customer care standards

Skills and Experience We're Looking For:

• Relevant experience in asbestos surveying, including management and refurbishment/demolition surveys
• Strong understanding of asbestos management, risk assessments, and safety regulations
• Ability to produce accurate, comprehensive reports and documentation
• Knowledge of asbestos management systems and databases
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise with clients and stakeholders at all levels
• Experience in emergency response situations and managing asbestos removal processes
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
• Commitment to continuous learning and maintaining up-to-date skills in asbestos management

About Your Team:

As an Asbestos Surveyor, you’ll be working within the Building Operations – Asbestos Team, reporting directly to the Senior Asbestos Surveyor. This team is at the heart of Islington Council’s efforts to ensure a safe and healthy environment for our residents. Your role will help deliver on our mission to create a more equal Islington, and you’ll work alongside a dedicated team committed to providing excellent service, safety, and compliance.

Why Work with Us?

At Islington Council, we are guided by our values of collaboration, ambition, resourcefulness, and empowerment—together, we form the acronym CARE. This is more than just a job; it’s a chance to make a difference in the community and be part of a supportive, forward‑thinking team.

Working for the team, service and our organisation

Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn’t be clearer: we serve. It’s in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Together we can change the future.

Our offer to you

• Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service
• A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work‑life balance, as well as a 35‑hour working week
• Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential
• Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum
• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
• Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!

Recruitment information

It is the policy of Islington Council that no user of service, present or future employee or job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of their sex, perceived or actual sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion or belief, age, creed, colour, nationality, national origin, ethnic origin, or disability, or on the grounds of their association with someone in one of these groups; nor is disadvantaged by any conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justified. We welcome applications from Black and Minority Ethnic candidates and acknowledge our responsibility to mitigate against racial discrimination.

Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The post is subject to a basic DBS check, qualifications check and 3 years referencing.

Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.