Water Hygiene Engineer

Water Hygiene Engineer / Legionella Risk Assessor

£28,000 – £32,000 per year (Base Salary)

OTE £35,000 - £45,000 (Bonus and Travel etc)

Permanent, Full-time

We are working with a well-established organisation within the compliance and water hygiene sector, currently seeking an experienced Water Hygiene Engineer or Legionella Risk Assessor to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional looking to develop their career within a supportive and reputable company.

• Temperature monitoring and routine water hygiene checks
• Water sampling
• TMV servicing and fail-safe checks
• Shower head descaling and disinfection
• Cold water storage tank inspections and condition reporting
• Calorifier inspections and blowdowns
• Disinfection of hot and cold-water systems
• Conducting Legionella risk assessments (experience or training dependent)
• Producing accurate site reports and compliance documentation
• Identifying non-conformances and advising clients on corrective actions
• Carrying out plumbing-based remedial works where competent
• Liaising directly with clients and representing the company professionally onsite

• A minimum of 1 year’s experience within water hygiene or Legionella control
• Understanding of ACOP L8, HSG 274 and relevant guidance (training provided if required)
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills
• Ability to manage workload, travel to multiple sites and work independently
• The role also requires travelling to Ireland for 1 week each month
• Full UK driving licence
• Good IT skills, including experience with digital reporting and mobile apps
• Strong attention to detail and a safe, methodical approach to work
• Willingness to travel and be flexible with working hours

• Water Hygiene Technician
• Legionella Risk Assessor
• Water Treatment Engineer
• Plumber (with compliance experience)
• Maintenance Engineer

• Competitive base salary between £28,000 – £32,000 depending on experience
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities to progress within a growing compliance team
• Company vehicle, equipment and uniform provided
• Supportive management and a varied workload