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Job: Asbestos Consultant Freelance
Type: Freelance (Limited Company Contractors Only)
Rate: Competitive day rate
Location: UK‑based, with travel to client sites as required
We are looking to engage an experienced Freelance Asbestos Consultants to support with our Asbestos surveying activities at client sites across the UK. This opportunity is offered on a freelance, project‑based basis and is suited to contractors operating through their own limited company.
The role focuses on delivering high‑quality asbestos surveying and consultancy services, providing expert advice on asbestos risks, and supporting clients to meet all relevant legal, safety, and compliance requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out asbestos surveys at client sites, including the safe sampling of suspect materials, accurately recording findings in line with job instructions and internal procedures.
- Assess identified asbestos risks, providing clear recommendations on removal or safe management solutions, and offering ongoing advice to support client compliance.
- Work collaboratively with clients and internal project teams, ensuring effective communication, timely and accurate reporting, and resolution of any site‑based issues.
- Contribute to quality assurance activities, including audits and corrective actions, and support continuous improvement and best practice.
- Certification or qualification in asbestos surveying (e.g., BOHS P402).
- Proven experience as an Asbestos Surveyor, ideally within a similar role or environment.
- Strong knowledge of asbestos-related legislation, regulations, and guidelines.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to accurately record and document survey findings.
- Proficient computer skills, including experience with survey software and Microsoft Office.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- A valid driving license to use in the UK and willingness to travel to various sites as required.
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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Skills Required
- Certification or qualification in asbestos surveying (e.g., BOHS P402)
- Proven experience as an Asbestos Surveyor
- Strong knowledge of asbestos-related legislation, regulations, and guidelines
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to accurately record and document survey findings
- Proficient computer skills, including experience with survey software and Microsoft Office
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites
- Operate as a freelance contractor through a limited company (Limited Company Contractors Only)
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The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SGS and has not been reviewed or approved by SGS.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is part of the U.S. package and is generally viewed as adequate even if not standout. Company information also underscores healthcare coverage as a standard element of the offering.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) is commonly included in the U.S., and group disclosures reference post‑employment benefit plans in select regions. These components provide a baseline of retirement security beyond core pay.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual incentive/bonus structures are part of the compensation mix and cited positively in some regions and roles. Punctual pay is also highlighted as a plus.
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