Amentum
Asbestos Coordinator
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At Amentum, we're not just solving problems; we're engineering the future. Our team is driven by an unyielding commitment to innovation, integrity, and collaboration, tackling some of the most significant challenges in science, security, and sustainability. If you're passionate about making a real impact and want to be part of a community that values ethical excellence, this is the place where your ambition can thrive.
Here, we believe that success comes from continuously pushing boundaries and working together to deliver on our promises. We embrace challenges with confidence and are dedicated to creating a secure and vibrant future for all.
We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.
People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.
In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships.
Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.
Amentum is a Lot 1 key delivery partner within the Decommissioning and Nuclear Waste Partners (DNWP) Framework, a major Sellafield programme worth up to £4.6 billion and running for up to 15 years. The framework is focused on safely accelerating decommissioning, remediation and high‑hazard risk reduction across one of the most complex nuclear sites in the world.
Our nuclear team supports the front‑end design, engineering, technical leadership and delivery expertise required across the DNWP portfolio. We are looking for individuals with high‑value expertise from across regulated and comparable sectors to who can work collaboratively, embrace new challenges and contribute to the mission of safely and efficiently delivering Sellafield’s decommissioning and nuclear waste objectives.
About The Opportunity
The Asbestos Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the effective management of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) across nuclear facilities and associated infrastructure in compliance with the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, HSE guidance, site licence conditions, and nuclear industry standards.
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The role provides assurance that asbestos risks are identified, assessed, controlled, and communicated to protect employees, contractors, visitors, and the environment. The Asbestos Coordinator will maintain asbestos management systems, oversee surveys and remediation activities, support project teams, and ensure asbestos-related works are delivered safely within a highly regulated nuclear environment.
Employee will be expected to contribute to the delivery of social value in line with the DNWP framework, supporting positive outcomes for local communities. Voluntary engagement is supported, with up to 16 hours per full‑time equivalent allocated.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and all relevant nuclear industry requirements.
- Review asbestos survey reports and ensure findings are incorporated into site management systems.
- Ensure appropriate risk assessments are completed.
- Coordinate asbestos refurbishment, demolition, management, and re-inspection surveys.
- Liaise with UKAS-accredited asbestos consultancies and licensed asbestos removal contractors.
- Plan and oversee asbestos remediation and removal projects.
- Verify that all asbestos work is completed in accordance with approved method statements, risk assessments, and permits.
- Conduct regular audits and inspections to assess asbestos management compliance.
- Support the HP&S teams in investigating asbestos-related incidents, near misses, and non-conformances.
- Support the PM to produce reports, KPI data, and compliance updates for management and regulatory review.
- Support internal and external audits, including regulatory inspections.
- Act as the primary point of contact for asbestos-related matters across the site.
- Provide technical advice to maintenance, engineering, projects, facilities, and operational teams.
- Ensure relevant information is communicated to contractors and employees before work activities commence.
- Participate in planning meetings to assess asbestos implications for maintenance and construction activities.
- Deliver asbestos awareness guidance and information to site personnel.
- Ensure personnel requiring asbestos-related training maintain appropriate competence levels.
- Promote a strong safety culture and continuous improvement in asbestos management practices.
- Support compliance with nuclear site licence requirements and organisational standards.
- Ensure asbestos activities are appropriately controlled within areas where nuclear, radiological, or hazardous material risks exist.
- Contribute to safe asset management and facility decommissioning programmes where applicable.
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Essential Skills & Experience:
- IATP or equivalent Asbestos Management training / good understanding of the CAR regs.
- BOHS P402 – Surveying and Sampling Strategies for Asbestos in Buildings (or equivalent) qualified.
- BOHS P405 – Management of Asbestos in Buildings qualified (preferred).
- Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Removal of Hazardous Waste (Construction) - Licensed Asbestos (preferred).
- Experience managing asbestos risks within industrial, infrastructure, defence, energy, or nuclear environments.
- Experience coordinating asbestos surveys, inspections, and removal projects as well as supporting regulatory compliance and audit activities.
- Understanding of contractor management and permit-to-work systems.
- Experience supporting the PM in producing compliance reports and management information.
- Strong knowledge of asbestos legislation, guidance, and industry best practice.
- Excellent understanding of asbestos surveying, risk assessment, and remediation processes.
- Ability to interpret technical reports, drawings, and survey information.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and asbestos management database systems.
- Commitment to health, safety, environmental, and nuclear safety standards.
Our Culture
Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration.
We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work.
When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful.
We partner with VERCIDA, for greater online accessibility please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.
If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact michael.oliver@global.amentum.com
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