Matthew Hemings
Bristol,United Kingdom
Summary
Motivated and ambitious asbestos surveyor apprentice with hands-on experience across domestic and commercial projects. Recently completed the BOHS P402 qualification and full audit sign-off, demonstrating strong technical skills in surveying, sampling, and report production to UKAS standards. Proficient in digital survey software, compliance documentation, and maintaining health & safety best practice.
Alongside technical expertise, I have developed strong organisational, leadership, and customer service skills through running my own business, managing operations, staff, and client relations. This entrepreneurial background has strengthened my problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and adaptability in high-pressure environments.
I bring a proven track record of professionalism, reliability, and the ability to build strong working relationships at all levels. Committed to developing my career in asbestos surveying, with a focus on delivering safe, compliant, and high-quality survey outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2020
2020
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Asbestos Surveyor & Analyst Apprenticeship
ACE Consultants
Bristol
11.2024 - Current
- Undertaking 18-month Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship, specialising in asbestos surveying and analysis.
- Successfully passed BOHS P402: Surveying & Sampling Strategies for Asbestos in Buildings (June 2025).
- Completed five management surveys and five refurbishment surveys under audit conditions, achieving sign-off for full authorisation as a qualified surveyor.
- Gained extensive on-site experience across a variety of property types, including:
Domestic (bathroom, kitchen, garage blocks, full house surveys).
Commercial (offices, retail units, communal areas).
Industrial/Demolition (warehouse units, roofing, boiler houses).
Rail infrastructure – multiple surveys for Network Rail in and around Essex. - Experienced in both management and refurbishment/demolition surveys, including safe collection of representative bulk samples and accurate recording of ACMs (Asbestos Containing Materials).
- Proficient in tablet-based survey software, including creating detailed room records, floor plans, third-party sample references, and full compliance documentation.
- Extensive experience in report production, compiling standardised asbestos survey reports in line with UKAS accreditation requirements, industry legislation, and company quality standards.
- Demonstrated excellent attention to detail in replicating rooms, applying industry-standard surveying strategies, and maintaining UKAS compliance.
- Consistently maintained high professional standards.
- Worked closely alongside experienced surveyors (including Stefan and Robin), building strong teamwork, communication, and client-facing skills.
- Committed to ongoing development in health & safety, risk assessment, and quality assurance practices.
Labourer
Joe's Building Services
Bristol, Gloucestershire
04.2017 - 11.2019
- Unloaded equipment from trucks and transported materials to various site locations.
- Dug ditches or trenches using shovels and equipment, meeting grade specifications.
- Ran errands and picked up new supplies for supervisors.
- Utilized hand tools and machines to remove dirt, rocks, and debris away from job sites.
- Removed waste and damaged equipment from work areas to prevent accidents.
- Used protective clothing and safety equipment according to industry regulations.
- Lubricated, cleaned and repaired machinery, equipment, and tools.
- Poured cement and concrete using floats, trowels, screeds and powered cement finishing tools.
- Measured, marked, and recorded distances across or between points.
- Mopped, brushed and spread paints, cleaning solutions and compounds over surfaces to clean and provide protection.
- Operated jackhammers and drills to break up concrete and pavement.
- Provided assistance to craft workers, such as carpenters, plasterers and masons.
Business Owner
The Scrub Hub
Bristol, Gloucestershire
03.2018 - 08.2019
- Ensured customer satisfaction by providing high-quality exterior cleaning services.
- Focused on learning new skills and staying updated with industry changes.
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance own job skills and knowledge.
- Sought continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends.
- Built and maintained strong relationships at all levels of organisation.
- Managed daily operations related to customer service, inventory management, and marketing.
- Set and implemented strategic goals and initiatives to align company with mission, values, and vision.
- Oversaw staff by hiring and terminating, creating schedules, and tracking payroll.
- Researched market to identify and capitalize on opportunities.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements with business partners, vendors, and customers.
- Hired skilled personnel to handle challenges and obligations of business.
Education
EAL Level 2 diploma - Electrical Installation
SGS College
02.2024 - 08.2025
TQUK Level 2 - Lean Organisation Management Techniques in Business
TQUK
Bristol 2023
Level 1 - Electrical, Plumbing & Refrigeration
City of Bath College
2021
Skills
- P402 certification
- Software literacy
- Sample collection
- Professional Networking
- Understanding of HSG264, CAR 2012, HSE
- Survey report writing
- Knowledge of construction materials
- Materials sampling techniques
- Business Planning
- Business marketing
- Driven and Determined
- Issue Resolution
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Relations
Languages
French
Advanced
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 11/28/97
- Nationality: White British
Timeline
Asbestos Surveyor & Analyst Apprenticeship
ACE Consultants
11.2024 - Current
EAL Level 2 diploma - Electrical Installation
SGS College
02.2024 - 08.2025
Business Owner
The Scrub Hub
03.2018 - 08.2019
Labourer
Joe's Building Services
04.2017 - 11.2019
TQUK Level 2 - Lean Organisation Management Techniques in Business
TQUK
Level 1 - Electrical, Plumbing & Refrigeration
City of Bath College
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