Asbestos Supervisor

Company Description

West Coast Thermal Ltd, established in 2002, is Cumbria's leading specialized thermal insulation and licensed asbestos removal company. Our staff, all local to West Cumbria, undergo regular training to ensure expertise in both fields. We maintain the highest standards in all our work, evident from our extensive client base spanning local authorities, councils, hospital trusts, housing associations, and major construction companies.

Job Purpose

To supervise the safe removal of asbestos containing materials from industrial, commercial, and residential properties, including those in healthcare and educational settings.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• To organise and coordinate site work with minimum risk to health and safety of themselves and others.
• To comply with Company Policies, Procedures, Manuals, and site-specific requirements.
• To cooperate with management, ensuring specific asbestos remediation works are carried out in accordance with the safe system of work and completed to a high standard and within agreed timescales.
• To ensure method statements and risk assessments are adhered to and all records (site diaries, checklists, forms, etc.) remain up to date and are completed comprehensively and in their entirety.
• To establish and maintain a safe work area, ensuring work areas are clearly demarcated with suitable barriers and signage to prevent unauthorized access, safe tools and equipment are used, there is no inadvertent effect on adjacent personnel, safe access/egress is maintained, including in emergency situations.
• To ensure Operatives are competent and hold the relevant training certification for the activities being carried out and specific equipment being used.
• To ensure the safe and secure storage of all materials and equipment, including hazardous substances and waste.
• To maintain a tidy work area at all times, demonstrating high standards of housekeeping during the course of work and upon completion.
• To ensure all work equipment (including Company vehicles) is suitable, safe for use, and adequately maintained. Conducting and recording pre-user checks.
• To ensure an adequate supply of RPE, PPE, and PPC is available, used properly, and worn when required.
• To report all accidents, incidents, near misses, and hazards immediately and in accordance with the Company procedures, to allow appropriate investigations and remedial actions to be taken.
• To liaise and cooperate with HSE Inspectors, WCT Asbestos Contract Manager, and SHEQ Manager when conducting site visits/audits.
• To cooperate fully and professionally with inspectors from the HSE/EA/ONR and Client representatives.
• To support the Company in their endeavors to comply with all legislative obligations to meet the requirements of ISO 9001 Quality Management System and ISO 14001 Environmental Management System.
• Additionally, you are expected to carry out any other duties that may reasonably be required in line with your main duties.