Trainee Asbestos Surveyor

Vadella Bidco Ltd; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Flexible working

Company-paid healthcare plan

Company pension

Birthday leave

Ongoing BOHS training

Job summary

Bradley Environmental Consultants in Maidstone is seeking a Trainee Asbestos Surveyor to join our field-based technical team. This is a full-time, entry-level role offering training toward BOHS qualifications and real career progression within a national consultancy.

You will assist senior surveyors across commercial, industrial, healthcare and public sector sites, learning to deliver surveys in line with HSG264/HSG248, while gaining hands-on experience and a supportive, safety-conscious work

Qualifications

• No asbestos experience required; full training provided.
• Willingness to work toward BOHS P402, P403 and P404 qualifications.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
• Full UK driving licence and DBS check required.
• Flexible working hours and team-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced surveyors with Management, Refurbishment and Demolition Asbestos Surveys per HSG264.
• Support asbestos reinspection surveys and audits.
• Learn asbestos air monitoring and four-stage clearance procedures per HSG248.
• Shadow supervision of licensed asbestos removal projects.
• Assist in producing accurate survey reports and documentation.
• Develop knowledge to provide professional client advice over time.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Full UK Driving Licence

DBS check willingness

Report writing

Education

BOHS training plan (P402/P403/P404)

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Trainee Asbestos Surveyor

Department: Operations - Field Based

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Maidstone

Compensation: £27,000 / year

Description

Join Bradley Environmental Consultants – Powered by Vadella

At Bradley Environmental Consultants, we're one of the UK's leading environmental compliance consultancies. With over 34 years of industry experience, we've built our reputation on technical excellence, exceptional customer service and investing in our people. As part of the Vadella Group, we're backed by a growing national building compliance business, giving our employees access to greater investment, wider career opportunities and the chance to grow within a thriving, collaborative organisation.

As our national client portfolio continues to grow, we’re looking for a motivated Trainee Asbestos Surveyor to join our established Technical Team in Maidstone.

Whether you’re looking to further your career, increase your earning potential or join a supportive business that genuinely values its people, Bradley Environmental Consultants offers the opportunity to develop, progress and make a real impact.

Why choose Bradley Environmental Consultants? At Bradley Environmental Consultants, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’ve spent over three decades building lasting relationships with our clients and creating a workplace where our employees can develop rewarding, long-term careers.

When you join us, you’ll become part of a friendly, supportive and highly experienced team that values professionalism, collaboration and continuous development. We believe in recognising hard work, investing in training and providing opportunities for our people to progress.

If you’re looking to join an established business with an excellent reputation and exciting plans for the future, we’d love to hear from you.

Equal Opportunities Bradley Environmental Consultants is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly, with dignity and respect.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We believe that a diverse workforce makes us stronger and we’re committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone.

About the role

Working across a diverse range of commercial, industrial, healthcare, education and public sector sites, you’ll support our experienced surveying team in delivering professional asbestos surveying services, in line with current legislation and industry best practice, while working towards your BOHS qualifications.

This is a varied, field-based position where no two days are the same. You’ll work closely alongside experienced surveyors as part of a knowledgeable technical team, gaining hands‑on experience delivering high-quality services to clients across the UK.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting experienced surveyors with Management, Refurbishment and Demolition Asbestos Surveys in accordance with HSG264.
• Supporting asbestos reinspection surveys and audits.
• Learning asbestos air monitoring, four-stage clearance and analytical procedures in accordance with HSG248.
• Shadowing supervision of licensed asbestos removal projects.
• Assisting with the production of accurate survey reports and technical documentation.
• Developing your technical knowledge to provide professional advice and consultancy to clients over time.
• Maintaining the highest standards of health, safety and professionalism.
• Representing Bradley Environmental Consultants to the highest standard on client sites.

What you will bring

We’re looking for a motivated individual who is passionate about starting a career in asbestos surveying and delivering excellent customer service.

You’ll ideally have:

• No previous asbestos experience necessary – full training provided.
• A willingness to work towards BOHS P402, P403 and P404 qualifications.
• An interest in building compliance, health and safety or environmental services.
• A strong desire to learn and develop technical knowledge of HSG248 and HSG264.
• Excellent communication and report writing skills.
• Great attention to detail.
• The ability to work well as part of a team and take direction from experienced colleagues.
• Good IT skills (Microsoft Teams experience beneficial but not essential).
• A flexible approach to working hours.
• A full UK Driving Licence.
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check (paid for by the company).

What’s in it for you

Joining Bradley Environmental Consultants means becoming part of an established, growing business that genuinely invests in its people. Alongside a competitive salary, you’ll benefit from excellent overtime opportunities, career development and an outstanding benefits package.

• Salary of £27,000, depending on experience and competencies.
• Industry‑leading overtime rates with enhanced weekday and weekend payments.
• Paid travel time.
• Company vehicle.
• Flexible working and Time Off in Lieu.
• Company‑paid healthcare plan.
• Company pension with employer contributions.
• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
• An additional day’s annual leave for your birthday.
• Contractual sick pay.
• £1,000 Employee Referral Scheme.
• Perkbox membership with retail discounts, wellbeing support and employee rewards.
• Ongoing BOHS training and funded professional qualifications.
• Genuine career progression within a growing nationwide consultancy.