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Asbestos Bulk Analyst
Chelmsford, Essex
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 23 hours ago
- Salary
- £26,500 - 30,000 - Annum
- Recruiter
- Penguin Recruitment
- Closes
- 21 Mar 2026
- Course
- No
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Asbestos Lab Analyst
Wickford
Ready for a lab role that is genuinely moving forward, not standing still?
This is a chance to join a UKAS accredited asbestos consultancy that is growing fast, investing in its people, and expanding its laboratory operations following major contract wins across the Southeast. With a recent move into an office twice the size, the lab team is entering its next phase and they want skilled analysts to be part of that journey.
What you can expect
* Salary up to £30,000, based on experience and capability
* 21 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
The opportunity
Due to increased workloads linked to domestic housing stock projects, this consultancy is strengthening its laboratory function. You will be working in a modern, well resourced environment where quality, accuracy, and professional standards are taken seriously.
As a P401 qualified Asbestos Lab Analyst, your work will directly support public safety, compliance, and the delivery of reliable analytical results for clients across the region.
The role
* Receiving and logging asbestos samples into the laboratory system
* Preparing bulk samples using appropriate laboratory techniques
* Carrying out microscopic analysis to identify asbestos fibres
* Identifying and quantifying fibre types including Chrysotile, Amosite, and Crocidolite in line with BOHS P401 requirements
* Recording and reporting results clearly and accurately
* Maintaining laboratory equipment and ensuring calibration xjnqpsq standards are met
* Working in line with UKAS accreditation, internal procedures, and health and safety requirements
* Taking part in internal and external quality control exercises
About you
* BOHS P401 qualified
* Previous experience working within a UKAS accredited asbestos laboratory
* Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach
* Comfortable working to deadlines without compromising accuracy
* Committed to maintaining high technical and compliance standards
Ad ID: 5417739290
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