Non-Licenced Asbestos Removal Operative

About the job

Key information

• Permanent, full time position.
• 37 hours per week.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• This role is based at our Wellington Depot.

What will I be doing?

We’re working to improve the lives of people in Somerset – and you’ll be a key part of that.

Duties include removal of and encapsulation of non-licenced Asbestos and where appropriate the reinstatement of appropriate materials. This can include, but not limited to, floor tile removal and screeding, removal of sheds, garages and outbuildings, (including roofing), removal and reinstate loft insulation, removal of fireplaces, removal of toilets / cisterns and the removal of kitchen storage units.

Undertake sampling of materials and reinspect properties where existing management surveys may be required. Assist in void clearance and capital work streams, such as water hygiene management. Apply correct signage to work areas as required using the Health and Safety (Safety Signs and Symbols) Regulations 1996 and associated Guidance, HSE Guidance document L64.)

You’ll be helping to make our properties safe for tenants and the other trades that need to carry out work in them. You’ll finish work each day knowing that you’ve made a difference and helped keep people safe.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

We offer ongoing support, training and guidance to help you be the best you can be. Please see the following criteria:

Essential

Hold a non-licensed (Cat B) asbestos removal certificate (Annually updated)

Health surveillance (Updated every 3 years)

Asbestos awareness experience and training

Desirable

BOSH P402 Surveying and Sampling Certification

We’re proud to be here for the people of Somerset. And that means everyone in Somerset. An important part of this is ensuring that we are as diverse and inclusive as the people and communities we serve.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences to enrich our team. You can always contact the hiring manager for a chat if there’s anything you want to talk about before you apply.

What is in it for me?

We are proud to offer an environment that is supportive and rewarding, working as part of a team who are passionate about the work they do to improve the lives of people in Somerset.

We offer great training and development opportunities, with supportive management. As well as this, we have some fantastic employee benefits available:

• We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements wherever possible, including working from home.
• Generous annual leave allowance, with the opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Staff discounts in gyms.
• Employee Assistance for the times you may need some support and a variety of employee wellbeing services.
• Auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme and optional pension enhancement through our Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme.
• A Flexible Benefits Scheme via salary sacrifice to obtain a cycle for work and health screenings.
• My Staff Shop offering discounts in shops, online shopping, restaurants, cinema tickets, insurance benefits and more…

DBS check

This role requires DBS clearance via the online disclosure procedure.

Supporting documents and information

When completing your application/CV please provide your full employment history and ensure that any gaps in employment are explained. Please start with your current or most recent employment.

For an informal chat about the role, you can contact Martyn Dalzell on 07721 761504 or martyn.dalzell@somerset.gov.uk

If you have all the information you need, just hit the apply button – we can’t wait to hear from you.

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