Trainee Asbestos Analyst

Socotec; East Kilbride; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Electric car scheme

Employee recognition programmes

Family-friendly support

Exclusive retail discounts

Employee assistance programmes

Enhanced company pension

Job summary

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland is hiring a Trainee Asbestos Analyst to start at the National Minimum Wage. You will undergo a 3‑month training program, learn asbestos air monitoring, and gain BOHS P403 certification upon completion.

You will identify and monitor asbestos in buildings, travel to client sites across the region, and contribute to safer workplaces with comprehensive support from experienced colleagues.

Qualifications

• Team player with ability to work independently as you gain confidence in asbestos air monitoring.
• Willing to travel to different locations for air monitoring across the region.
• Keen eye for detail and interest in analytical work using microscopes.
• Strong time management and organisational skills to manage site schedules and reports.
• Clear communication skills for reporting findings with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Go through intensive 3‑month site and office training on asbestos air monitoring.
• Check airborne fibre levels before starting work.
• Test for leaks during work to ensure safety measures work.
• Carry out air testing after work to confirm safety before space is used again.
• Prepare final project reports and waste documentation for safety files.

Skills

Team player

Willing to travel

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Driving licence

Tools

Microscope

Job description

About Environment & Safety

SOCOTEC’s Environment and Safety team provides expert environmental, health and safety consultancy and compliance services that help organisations manage risk, protect people and safeguard the environment. Our services include environmental monitoring and consultancy, water safety and hygiene solutions with Legionella risk assessments and water system management, fire safety consultancy and inspections, occupational hygiene assessments and workplace exposure monitoring, and specialist advisory support on regulatory and sustainability challenges. We use industry-leading tools and science-based approaches to deliver accurate data, practical guidance and innovative solutions that ensure compliance with UK legislation, minimise environmental impact and create healthier, safer workplaces for clients

What’s in it for you?

Your expertise deserves recognition. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more), an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition programmes, family-friendly support, exclusive retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, and an enhanced company pension.

• 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more)
• an electric car scheme (where applicable)
• employee recognition programmes
• family-friendly support
• exclusive retail discounts
• employee assistance programmes
• an enhanced company pension

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.

Job Description

Trainee Asbestos Analyst - Starting salary National Minimum Wage

Launch Your Career in Environmental Safety – Become a Trainee Asbestos Analyst No Experience Needed | Full Training Provided

Are you interested in occupational health and making environments safer for others? Looking for a career that makes a real difference? We’re offering a fantastic opportunity to join our expanding team as a Trainee Asbestos Analyst.

This is your chance to build a rewarding career in the environmental safety sector, where your work helps protect people’s health and improve building safety. As part of our dedicated team, you’ll play a key role in identifying and monitoring asbestos in buildings, helping to create safer spaces across the UK. You’ll have the opportunity to work with prestigious clients across sectors such as Defence, infrastructure (rail, roads, power stations), service, retail and heritage.

You will also receive comprehensive training and continuous support from experienced team members and upon completion, you will be awarded the P403 qualification—an industry recognised certification issued by the British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS).

This entry-level role suits someone enthusiastic, adaptable, and keen to learn in a hands‑on environment.

• Go through an intensive 3‑month site and office‑based training program. During this time, you’ll learn everything you need to know about asbestos air monitoring—this means understanding how to test the air in buildings to check for asbestos particles and ensure it’s safe for people to be there
• Check the level of airborne fibres before starting any work
• Test for leaks while work is happening to make sure safety measures are working
• Carry out air testing after the work to confirm it’s safe to remove safety controls and use the area again
• Report any health and safety concerns to the client and stop work right away if needed
• Put together a final report with all project details, including waste documents, for the building’s safety file

Qualifications

To be a successful Trainee Asbestos Analyst you should be able to demonstrate:

• You’ll be a team player with the ability to work independently as you gain confidence in asbestos air monitoring
• An interest in working in varied site environments is important, as you'll regularly travel to different locations to carry out air monitoring
• A keen eye for detail and an interest in analytical work—particularly using microscopes is valuable, as you’ll be trained to examine air samples for asbestos fibres
• Strong time management and organisational skills are essential to manage site schedules, complete reports accurately, and meet client deadlines
• Clear communication skills, both written and verbal are important for reporting findings and working with clients and colleagues
• A full manual UK driving licence is required, as this role involves regular travel to client sites across the region

Additional Information

Why SOCOTEC?

Join a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. At SOCOTEC UK, we’re not just delivering services - we’re shaping the future of testing, inspection, and certification across the nation.

What sets us apart? Our people. We’ve built our reputation on attracting exceptional talent like you and empowering them to deliver excellence at every turn. Our comprehensive range of TIC services means you’ll have the opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter.

In this role, you won’t just be another employee - you’ll be a key player in our continued success story. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of building a safer, more sustainable world, while you grow your career alongside some of the industry's finest professionals.

Build a traditional career path or explore opportunities across multiple disciplines - all within SOCOTEC. Your choice, your direction.

Work Your Way

Local, national, or global projects. Office‑based, remote, or hybrid. We offer the flexibility that empowers you to perform at your best.

Committed to Your Growth

From day one, you’ll have access to comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programs. We support every step of your professional journey. #YouGrowWeGrow

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.