Assistant Asbestos Surveyor
Listed on 2026-10-02
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Construction
Building & Residential Construction, Construction Labor & Trades, Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Environmental & Urban Planning
Salary: £24,784.50
As an Assistant Surveyor, you will work alongside qualified Surveyors on various client sites in the South and assist with domestic, commercial and industrial asbestos surveys.
With no prior experience required, this is an exciting opportunity to step into a new career, where you will learn about industry and asbestos in detail. Following a six-month review of your progress, there will be opportunities for suitable candidates to progress into Asbestos Analyst and Asbestos Surveyor positions, dependent on suitability and upon completing internal training and successful exam passes.
List of duties- Assist on a range of asbestos surveys from re-inspection to refurbishment and demolition
- Travel to and work at various client sites which include domestic properties, universities, offices, hospitals, retail stores, restaurants, schools, factories, warehouses etc.
- Develop a full understanding of legislation surrounding surveying
- Assist with bulk sampling
- Equipment set up - scaffolding, cherry pickers, ladders etc.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors and the general public
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to talk to clients and colleagues at all levels
- IT skills - experienced in the use of tablets, PCs, Excel
- Punctual, reliable and well organized
- Inquisitive by nature and eager for continual learning
- Ability to work in a team and take direction from a Lead Surveyor
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and away from home
- Understanding of construction sector/trades is beneficial
- Must have a full UK Driving license & own vehicle
Why You’ll Love Working With Us:
AEC is an employee-owned compliance consultancy and training organisation specialising in the safe management of asbestos, water, fire, and occupational hygiene in the built environment.
Established in 1997, we've grown from a small asbestos surveying consultancy to one of the UK’s leading providers of vocational training services. With offices in Manchester and Essex, we serve clients both nationally and internationally. In 2024, we transitioned to an Employee Ownership Trust, giving our team a stake in the company’s success. Our values of honesty, integrity, independence, and people-first are at the heart of everything we do.
Employee Ownership Trust ( EOT):
We put our people first—giving you a real stake in our success, a voice in the business, and the opportunity to share in the rewards of our growth.
Career Development:
Ample opportunities for growth, including the chance to earn further professional qualifications.
Fantastic Benefits: 23 days leave (plus bank holidays), private healthcare, pension scheme, sick pay, loyalty bonus' and more!
Supportive Culture: A safety-first, collaborative work environment where quality and care are at the heart of everything we do.
Inclusive Workplace:
We are committed to recruiting from all walks of life to create a more sustainable, diverse, and forward-thinking future.
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