Asbestos Operative

As one of Scotland’s largest construction companies, with a turnover of circa £200 million, City Building provides a range of repairs and maintenance, construction, manufacturing, and refurbishment activities across the public, private, and third sectors.

At City Building, people are at the heart of everything we do. Our people have made our award-winning business the success it is today and as it continues to grow; we want them to be the best they can be and to reach their potential.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Asbestos Operative to join our busy Asbestos Section.

The Asbestos Operative plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant removal and management of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) in various construction and refurbishment projects.

This role demands adherence to strict health and safety standards, regulatory requirements, and a proactive approach to risk management, ensuring minimal exposure to asbestos fibres while maintaining high levels of quality and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely remove, repair, or manage asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) in line with Health and Safety procedures.
• Monitor and record exposure levels, ensuring all tasks are carried out safely and within legal limits.
• Ensure all asbestos work complies with relevant regulations, including the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.
• Maintain accurate records of asbestos removal activities, including exposure logs and air monitoring results.
• Regularly inspect, clean, and maintain PPE and RPE to ensure their effectiveness.
• Work effectively as part of a small team or independently, ensuring all tasks are completed safely and efficiently.
• Communicate with clients, public, and colleagues to explain safety procedures and reassure them about asbestos risks and the control measures in place.
• Participate in continuous training and development opportunities, including HSE medicals and refresher courses, to stay up to date with safety protocols and best practices.

Please refer to the job profile for further details on the role however if you would like to have an informal chat about this role then please contact:

• David Forsyth, Asbestos Survey and Removal Manager (Tel: 07764 981 756 or 0141 287 7144)

If you feel, you have the necessary skills and experience for this role then please forward your CV to the People Service Team email hr@citybuildingglasgow.co.uk by close of business on Friday, 13 December 2024