Trainee Asbestos Analyst

SOCOTEC UK Limited; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join their team as Trainee Asbestos Analysts. This entry-level position offers comprehensive training and the chance to gain an industry-recognized qualification. You will play a vital role in ensuring safety across various environments by conducting air monitoring and testing for asbestos. With a focus on career development, this role provides a pathway to a rewarding career in environmental safety. Join a supportive team dedicated to making a real difference in public health and safety.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Family-friendly support

Employee recognition programs

Discounts app

Enhanced pension

Career development pathways

Company vehicle after a period in the role

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for reporting findings.
• Attention to detail is crucial for examining air samples for asbestos.

Responsibilities

• Conduct air monitoring for asbestos and ensure safety measures are in place.
• Prepare detailed reports for each project, including safety documentation.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microscope

Job description

Trainee Asbestos Analyst, SOCOTEC, East Kilbride

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.

As this is a Trainee role, you will:

• 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

To be successful in the role:

• 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

About Asbestos

Part of the global SOCOTEC Group, SOCOTEC Asbestos is one of the UK’s leading asbestos consultancies, with a strong legacy since 2003. From three offices to six across the UK, we've grown significantly. Our long-standing partnerships, some lasting over 14 years, are a testament to the professionalism and dedication of our staff. We go beyond consultancy; we're trusted partners, consistently exceeding client expectations and helping them stay aligned with industry best practices. Safety, well-being, and flexibility are at the heart of our culture. We value our people, support their growth, and create an environment where everyone can thrive. This commitment is reflected in our employee demographics.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary – Reflects your potential and grows with experience
• Comprehensive benefits –25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (with the option to buy 5 extra), family-friendly support, employee recognition, discounts app, and employee assistance programmes. A company vehicle is provided after a period in the role
• Enhanced pension – Supporting your future while you build your career with us
• Career development – Structured pathways for growth and continuous personal and professional development

Why SOCOTEC?

Here at SOCOTEC UK, we have over 2,000 colleagues across our divisions delivering world-class services to our customers. We provide an unrivalled range of testing, inspection, and certification services throughout the UK, and we deliver excellence to our customers by recruiting and retaining the very best industry talent. As an Asbestos Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in providing these services.

We offer transversal career pathways as well as linear pathways, and we will support you in attaining a portfolio career in one place. Not to mention the possibility of working locally, nationally, or globally, in the office or remotely. We are committed to your personal and professional development, and you will be supported in every step of your journey with us. #YouGrowWeGrow

Think you’ve got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.

SOCOTEC UK are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.

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.