Asbestos Operative

ABOUT THE ROLE

An Asbestos Operative safely removes, repairs, or encapsulates asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) in commercial, industrial, or residential buildings, often prior to demolition or refurbishment. Key duties include constructing containment areas, using specialized equipment, adhering to strict Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regulations, wearing protective clothing/respirators, and decontaminating.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Removal and Remediation: Safely removing or repairing asbestos (e.g., ceiling tiles, pipe lagging, insulation boards).
• Site Preparation: Building, cleaning, and maintaining containment enclosures (tenting) to prevent fiber release.
• Safety Compliance: Strict adherence to method statements, risk assessments, and legal regulations, including the use of decontamination units.
• PPE Usage: Wearing and maintaining respiratory protective equipment (RPE) and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Waste Disposal: Packaging and disposing of asbestos waste in accordance with environmental regulations.
• Equipment Maintenance: Using specialized equipment like airless sprayers and keeping tools in working order.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications, Knowledge & skills:

• Training: Usually requires an Asbestos Removal Operative training certificate (e.g., ARCA or equivalent).
• Fitness: Must be physically fit and, due to the need for masks, clean-shaven.
• Licence: A full driving licence is often required.
• Skills: Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights.
• Checks: Often requires a medical check and face-fit tests for respiratory equipment.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

TO APPLY, PLEASE SEND YOUR (up-to-date) CV AND COVER LETTER (1 A4 page) to: George.Belle@hackney.gov.uk

ADVICE FOR YOUR COVER LETTER:

• The first paragraph of your cover letter should state what you are applying for and why.
• The second paragraph of your cover letter should be a short bio about yourself.

THE REST OF YOUR COVER LETTER SHOULD COVER THE BELOW POINTS:

• What qualifications you already hold that are relevant to this position.
• What relevant skills, knowledge and experience you have/will bring to the position.
• What personal qualities do you have that will be useful for this position?
• What you hope to gain from this position.