Trainee Asbestos Removal Operative

Job Details :

Job Title : Trainee Asbestos Removal Operative

Hours : 39 hours per week

Wage : £13.50

Company Profile :

A Wishaw based, fully licensed asbestos removal company are looking to recruit a Trainee Asbestos Removal Operative during this busy time. The successful candidate will be offered a full time permanent contract working Monday – Thursday: 8am – 4:30pm and Friday – 8am – 3:30pm. Overtime is available If and when required. Weekend work will also be required but only if and when required. Starting rate is £13.50 per hour. Earnings potential once trained is very good.

Key Duties and Responsibilities :

The successful candidate will be required to carry out the specialist removal of asbestos containing materials under current Health and Safety Executive and SEPA Regulations. The nature of the work they carry out requires you to travel and work at various sites and locations as determined by the needs of the business

Due to the nature of the work, they carry out, all operatives must wear the required PPE and RPE (I.e. half and full-face masks)

Full asbestos training, respiratory certification and an asbestos medical is carried out for all operatives.

Essential Criteria :

Full driver’s licence

Strong attendance

Maintains consistent performance, and shows a clear commitment to work

Strong willingness to learn a new trade and actively pursue relevant training opportunities

Positive attitude towards learning and career progression within the asbestos industry

Be able to work as part of a team with a safety first mindset

Be able to successfully follow Asbestos Regulations

Physical fitness. The role can often be labour intensive and physically demanding

Ability to work in high-risk environment

Time management skills, Willingness to travel

Previous experience in the construction/demolition industry, have worked in trade or had a role which has transferable skills to the role we are advertising

Knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices

Good communication skills and the ability to follow instructions accurately

Desirable Criteria :

Experience working on construction, demolition, or site-based projects

Experience using a range of tools and site equipment

Any prior exposure to asbestos awareness training (even at an introductory/basic level)

Other Info :

If management are satisfied with the individual the below qualifications could be gained through this role:

Asbestos New Operative Training, Full and Half Face Fits, CSCS card, First Aid

Fully licensed asbestos medical