Trainee Asbestos Removal Operative
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Who are we?
Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd is a family run business owned and run by the Smith family since 1982. Smiths has grown from a single owner-operated plant hire company to a multifaceted group with family values still firmly at the heart of each project undertaken. With depots in Avonmouth, Cardiff, Gloucester, Stonehouse and Tewkesbury we operate predominately across the South-West of England. We specialise in Construction, Waste Management, Plant Hire, Demolition and Transport operations.
Hourly rate: £11.85 + full training package provided.
Why should you apply for this role?
- No Experience Necessary: We believe in your potential! You don’t need specific qualifications to apply—just a willingness to learn and grow.
- Career Development: Enjoy hands-on training and mentorship from experienced professionals. We’ll help you build the skills you need to succeed in your career.
- Supportive Environment: Join a welcoming team that values diversity and fosters a culture of inclusivity. Here, everyone’s ideas are heard and appreciated.
- Training and qualifications: We will provide full training to enable you to complete your work efficiently and effectively and get you the tickets you require.
- What we need from you?
- You will be required to hold a full UK driving licence to be successful
- The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
- Experience in carpentry/site work/ hand tools is a preferred but not essential.
Responsibilities for the job role:
- To carry out asbestos removal works on a variety of projects including commercial and residential buildings.
- To ensure all works carried out are in accordance with instructions.
- To work in accordance with HSE regulatory requirements and Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd policies and procedures.
- Work effectively as part of a team.
What can we offer you?
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Free on-site Parking
- Corporate gym membership discount
- Annual Salary Review
- Employee discount (50% on Skip Hire, other discounts on group services)
- Boot allowance
- Paid breaks
- Progression opportunities
- 24 hour unlimited access to mental health support
What are our core values?
If these values align with yours you are in the right place!
Honesty - We believe that honesty in all matters is the best policy.
Family values - We operate as a family unit with high moral standards, discipline and respect.
Hardworking - We are certain that nothing is impossible if you work hard enough at it.
Reliability - We pride ourselves on not letting people down and being true to our word.
Environmental sustainability - We aim to minimise the impact that our company has on the environment by reducing emissions and waste, and recycling a large proportion of our waste (90% plus). We truly believe in a greener future for generations to come.
Please apply if you are interested in this role and we will come back to you.
- Department
- Asbestos
- Locations
- Gloucester, Hereford, Worcester, Gloucestershire
About Smiths Gloucester Limited
As one of the largest construction and waste management companies in the South West, Smiths has generations of experience – built on a reputation of trust, excellence and commitment.
Specialising in demolition, construction and asbestos removal; transport and plant hire; skip and commercial waste management.
Trainee Asbestos Removal Operative
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