Licensed Asbestos Removal Supervisor | Lead Demolition

Coleman James; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Coleman James is seeking a Licensed Asbestos Supervisor to fill a freelance role in Newcastle, starting ASAP. The job covers running licensed asbestos removal operations and maintaining strict safety and paperwork standards on major demolition projects.

You will lead operatives, use Asure360 for documentation and SharePoint for project control, and liaise with Contract Managers and Ops Directors. This is a 6‑week initial freelance contract with potential for permanent options.

Qualifications

• Experience on large, complex asbestos jobs.

Responsibilities

• Running licensed asbestos removal operations day‑to‑day.
• Ensuring all paperwork, enclosures, and procedures are spot‑on — licence is precious and must be protected.
• Leading operatives and maintaining discipline and safety.
• Using Asure360 for all asbestos documentation and SharePoint for wider project control.
• Working closely with Contract Managers and Ops Directors, with catch‑ups at the office.
• Supporting directly‑employed teams — Client prefers to retain and develop their own people when they can.

Education

Licensed Asbestos Supervisor qualification

CAT A training

SMSTS or SSSTS

Job description

Coleman James is seeking a Licensed Asbestos Supervisor to fill a freelance role in Newcastle, starting ASAP. The job covers running licensed asbestos removal operations and maintaining strict safety and paperwork standards on major demolition projects.

You will lead operatives, use Asure360 for documentation and SharePoint for project control, and liaise with Contract Managers and Ops Directors. This is a 6‑week initial freelance contract with potential for permanent options.