Asbestos Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3) - Full Circle Compliance

Asbestos Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship (Level
3) - Full Circle Compliance

Department: Science Apprenticeship - Asbestos L3

Employment Type: Apprentice

Location: Essex

Compensation: £23,132 / year

Location: 32 Writtle Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 3BX

Working for Full Circle Compliance

With over 20 years experience within the industry, Full Circle Compliance is a fully independent consultancy, delivering trusted, quality, asbestos management services to a wide client base. Our cost effective and practical approach will enable you to manage the risks associated with asbestos, ensuring you are fully compliant with current legal legislation.

To see more, check out their website:
Full Circle Compliance | Asbestos Consultants & Asbestos Surveys

• Starting salary of £23,132/year
• 21 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Workings hours are 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
• Birthday as paid day off every year
• Death in service/Life Insurance benefit
• Online GP access
• Online Well Being Portal
• Flexible working shift patterns available
• Holiday accruement scheme
• Company social events

We are pleased to offer an opportunity for an Asbestos Laboratory Technician to join the team, supporting the analysis of asbestos bulk samples, laboratory operations, and reporting processes to ensure accurate results, regulatory compliance, and high-quality service delivery in line with industry standards.

This role provides a strong foundation for a career in asbestos laboratory analysis and environmental safety, offering opportunities to develop technical expertise in sample testing, quality control procedures, and laboratory management within a structured and safety-focused environment.

• Analysis of asbestos bulk samples in accordance with HSG 248, will be working towards gaining the RSPH.
• Analysis of samples for asbestos content in accordance with contract KPI’s and/or priority status.
• Ensure all relevant bulk certificate documentation is collated, prepared and issued in line with contract KPI’s.
• To support the Laboratory Supervisors in the efficient and effective management of the laboratory, providing notification on stock levels and repairs/renewal are required, when applicable.
• Maintain targets and KPI’s set by the Laboratory Supervisors and act on any urgent instructions received
• Participate in all QC/UKAS procedures as required.
• Communicate with other members of the team accordingly
• Issue a regular update to inform all parties of sample quantities at each stage for weekly target
• General communication/correspondence with clients
• To undertake any necessary training and development.
• Any other administrative duties as and when required.

You’re someone who enjoys focused, detailed work and takes pride in accuracy. You like understanding exactly what you’re looking at and why it matters, rather than just following steps. Whether you’ve explored science before or are just starting out, you’re motivated to build real knowledge and develop a career in a laboratory environment where precision and consistency are essential.

You’re most comfortable in a structured setting, you like clear procedures, predictable routines, and knowing what good looks like. Working with microscopes, analysing samples, and carefully identifying and recording results feels satisfying rather than repetitive. You’re patient, methodical, and able to concentrate for long periods on detailed tasks because you understand that accuracy and consistency are critical to producing reliable outcomes.

You approach your work with a calm, disciplined mindset and take responsibility for following procedures and maintaining high standards. You’re confident working independently for extended periods, while also understanding the importance of quality checks and clear documentation. You’re motivated by producing precise, defensible results and are keen to build your skills over time, becoming a trusted specialist in a highly controlled laboratory environment.

Please note:
You must be 18+ due to the nature of the working environment

To apply for this apprenticeship, you must:

• Be 18 or over
• Not be in full-time education
• Have…