Experienced Asbestos Removalist

Primary purpose:   To identify, remove, pack, transport, or dispose of hazardous materials, including asbestos, lead-based paint, waste oil, fuel, transmission fluid, radioactive materials, or contaminated soil. Specialized training and certification in hazardous materials is essential. May be required to operate earth-moving equipment or trucks when necessary, a valid licence will be required.  Tasks and duties:  ·      Undertake direct instruction from supervisor and complete any tasks that may be assigned to you in a timely manner.  Such tasks include (but not limited to): o   Loading and unloading vehicles with equipment, hazardous waste o   Stock takes of equipment o   Thoroughly cleaning vehicles, yard and client site o   Ensure site is set up correctly with barriers and signs o   Pre-inspection of site o   Ensure neighbours have been alerted to the removal of asbestos on site o   Remove asbestos or lead from surfaces, using hand or power tools such as scrapers, vacuums or low-pressure sprayers o   Prepare hazardous waste for removal or storage o   Prepare hazardous waste for processing or disposal o   Assemble temporary equipment or structures o   Build containment areas prior to beginning decontamination work o   Identify asbestos, lead or other hazardous materials to be removed o   Inspect work sites to identify potential environmental or safety hazards o   Comply with prescribed safety procedures, regulations and laws regulating waste disposal methods o   Sort hazardous waste at landfills or disposal centres, following proper disposal procedures o   Load or unload materials into containers or onto trucks o   Identify or separate waste products or materials for recycling or reuse. o   Remove or limit contamination following emergencies involving hazardous substances o   Clean contaminated equipment or areas for re-use using detergents, solvents, filter pumps or cleaners o   Decontaminate equipment or sites to remove hazardous or toxic substances o   Weatherproof roofing membranes or other exposed areas of clients housing. o   Adhere to AMR Team LTD Health & Safety Handbook and policies at all times o   Adhere to all Asbestos Regulations & Legislations at all times o   Ensure prescribed PPE is maintained and not worn out and serviced when required. o   When required by Supervisor fill out all paperwork required onsite for the job o   Ensure pre-vehicle inspections are done on a regular basis – at least every 2 weeks o   Ensure the health and safety of yourself and other workers around you Key Performance indicators: ·      Tasks are completed in an efficient and timely manner ·      Asbestos legislation rules are adhered to ·      Decontamination and cleaning of client sites are completed to the upmost thorough standard and in a timely manner ·      Client satisfaction with service ·      Timelines are met Key working relationships:  Internal: ·      Supervisor ·      Owner and director ·      AMR Team employees External: ·      Clients ·      Third party providers such as Independent Assessors, Other contractors whom may follow after full asbestos removal is completed Qualifications: ·       Class A asbestos removal work – Remove Friable Asbestos – NZQA unit standard 29766 ·      Class B asbestos removal work – Remove Non-Friable Asbestos – NZQA unit standard 29765 ·      Full Class Licence (Restricted is sufficient, however a training plan to work through to Full Licence will be required)  · ·    Site Safe Passport/Construct Safe