Bulk Analyst

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

Ongoing training and career developm 

Modern laboratory facilities

Supportive and experienced management

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Asbestos Bulk Analyst for our Chelmsford laboratory. The role focuses on identifying and analysing asbestos-containing materials using polarised light microscopy in line with HSG248 and UKAS procedures.

The successful candidate will work within a busy lab, ensuring accurate reporting, calibration, and quality management, while maintaining a clean and compliant environment. BOHS P401 is required.

Qualifications

• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a laboratory team.

Responsibilities

• Analysing asbestos bulk samples using polarised light microscopy (PLM).
• Identifying asbestos fibre types in accordance with HSG248 guidance.
• Recording and reporting analytical findings accurately.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment and ensuring calibration requirements are met.
• Supporting UKAS quality management procedures and internal audits.
• Processing samples within agreed turnaround times.
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe laboratory environment.
• Ensuring all work complies with current HSE guidance and laboratory procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

BOHS P401 qualification (or equivalent)

Tools

Polarised light microscopy (PLM)

HSG248 knowledge

Job description

Job Title: Asbestos Bulk Analyst
Location: Chelmsford

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

This is an excellent opportunity for an Asbestos Bulk Analyst to join a respected consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality asbestos testing and consultancy services. The successful candidate will play a key role within the laboratory, analysing asbestos bulk samples while maintaining the highest standards of quality, accuracy, and UKAS compliance.

THE ROLE

As an Asbestos Bulk Analyst, you will be responsible for the identification and analysis of asbestos-containing materials using polarised light microscopy (PLM) in accordance with HSG248 and UKAS procedures.

Working within a busy laboratory environment, the Asbestos Bulk Analyst will ensure samples are processed efficiently, accurately, and within agreed turnaround times while maintaining detailed records and supporting quality assurance procedures.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analysing asbestos bulk samples using polarised light microscopy (PLM)
• Identifying asbestos fibre types in accordance with HSG248 guidance
• Recording and reporting analytical findings accurately
• Maintaining laboratory equipment and ensuring calibration requirements are met
• Supporting UKAS quality management procedures and internal audits
• Processing samples within agreed turnaround times
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe laboratory environment
• Ensuring all work complies with current HSE guidance and laboratory procedures

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• BOHS P401 qualification (or equivalent)
• Previous experience working as an Asbestos Bulk Analyst
• Good understanding of HSG248 and UKAS laboratory requirements
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a laboratory team
• Professional, reliable, and quality-focused approach to work

WHAT’S ON OFFER

• Competitive salary
• Company pension scheme
• Ongoing training and career development
• Modern laboratory facilities
• Supportive and experienced management team
• Permanent, long-term opportunity with career progression