Asbestos Removal (Non-licenced) Operative (Grade 14)
| Posting date: | 05 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14.82 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 February 2026 |
| Location: | Somerset, South West England |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Nations Recruitment |
| Job type: | Contract |
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Summary
Job Category: Building Services & Maintenance
Job location: Westpark 26, Chelston, Wellington, TA21 9AD, Wellington, Somerset, TA219AD,
Somerset Council
Hours per week: 37.50
Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £14.82 per hour
must hold a valid driving licence 8.00 am start - 16.30 finish ( flexible) Must be able and happy to drive a long wheelbase van and have no more that 6 point on driving licence , happy to work indoors/outdoors Mon-Fri no weekends
Role purpose
Undertake removal of non-licenced asbestos and asbestos containing materials, in line with task sheets, and in accordance with relevant regulations and guidance, including the HSE�s �asbestos essentials� guidance.
The role is significant in meeting the authorities� statutory obligations in relation to housing property management compliance, specifically, the management and legal requirements of asbestos.
Qualifications:
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
Knowledge:
Essential
A working knowledge and understanding of Asbestos, the hazards and risks associated with asbestos and an understanding of the materials that can contain asbestos.
Desirable
Knowledge of safety signage relating to asbestos removal.
Knowledge of task sheets, risk assessments and method statements.
Experience:
Essential
Experienced in all areas of Asbestos removal, including setting up a safe working site.
Experienced in using correct PPE and RPE. This can include the requirement to be clean shaven to use appropriate RPE.
Skills:
Essential
Communicate verbally and in writing to all stakeholders.
Ability to understand written guidance and instructions relating to Asbestos removal.
Ability to drive a long wheelbase van.
Ability to follow task sheets as designated by Health and Safety Executive.
Desirable
Experience in using Microsoft programmes, including Outlook and Teams.
Job location: Westpark 26, Chelston, Wellington, TA21 9AD, Wellington, Somerset, TA219AD,
Somerset Council
Hours per week: 37.50
Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £14.82 per hour
must hold a valid driving licence 8.00 am start - 16.30 finish ( flexible) Must be able and happy to drive a long wheelbase van and have no more that 6 point on driving licence , happy to work indoors/outdoors Mon-Fri no weekends
Role purpose
Undertake removal of non-licenced asbestos and asbestos containing materials, in line with task sheets, and in accordance with relevant regulations and guidance, including the HSE�s �asbestos essentials� guidance.
The role is significant in meeting the authorities� statutory obligations in relation to housing property management compliance, specifically, the management and legal requirements of asbestos.
Qualifications:
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
Knowledge:
Essential
A working knowledge and understanding of Asbestos, the hazards and risks associated with asbestos and an understanding of the materials that can contain asbestos.
Desirable
Knowledge of safety signage relating to asbestos removal.
Knowledge of task sheets, risk assessments and method statements.
Experience:
Essential
Experienced in all areas of Asbestos removal, including setting up a safe working site.
Experienced in using correct PPE and RPE. This can include the requirement to be clean shaven to use appropriate RPE.
Skills:
Essential
Communicate verbally and in writing to all stakeholders.
Ability to understand written guidance and instructions relating to Asbestos removal.
Ability to drive a long wheelbase van.
Ability to follow task sheets as designated by Health and Safety Executive.
Desirable
Experience in using Microsoft programmes, including Outlook and Teams.