Deputy Technical Manager

Deputy Technical Manager focuses on supporting the technical manager in maintaining ukas accreditation for asbestos inspection and testing activities (iso 17020 and iso 17025).

What the role involves

• Supporting the Technical Manager in maintaining UKAS accreditation for asbestos inspection and testing activities (ISO 17020 and ISO 17025).
• Ensure all asbestos works comply with current HSE guidance, CAR 2012, and UKAS requirements.
• Assisting with preparation for UKAS assessments, including managing non-conformances and ongoing compliance monitoring.
• Carry out 4-stage clearance audits, 2nd stage reinspections, and resurveys in line with UKAS as required.
• Complete desktop reviews of reports, certificates, and technical data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and traceability.
• Supporting the maintenance and continual improvement of the Quality Management System.

Skills and requirements

• Extensive practical experience in asbestos surveying and analytical work, including site-based auditing.
• BOHS or RSPH qualifications including P402, P403, P404 (W504/M504 preferred).
• Strong working knowledge of UKAS, ISO 17020 and ISO 17025 requirements.
• Proven experience supporting or leading audits and quality assurance activities.

Confirmed role details

• Full-time, permanent.
• Support technical induction, mentoring, and development of new starters within the asbestos team.
• Prepare detailed audit reports, identify trends, and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Provide technical management information to support internal audits, UKAS assessments, and performance reviews.

Known job details

• Pay: £50,000 per annum