Legionella Risk Assessor

Legionella Risk AssessorAbout Dalkia UK

At Dalkia, we're motivated by a common goal: addressing climate change and creating a better, more eco-friendly future. We bring together skilled people who exchange knowledge, push each other and develop together.

Supported by EDF, Britain's largest producer of low carbon power, we're a people-first culture. With over 5,000 employees and more than £600m turnover, we combine the strength of a major organisation with a great culture, forward-thinking approach and welcoming values, making Dalkia an excellent place to work and develop your career.

Job Purpose

To carry out Legionella risk assessments on domestic, commercial and industrial water systems following current laws and guidance, including ACOP L8, HSG274, BS 8580-1, and HTM 04-01 where relevant. The role involves finding Legionella risks, creating detailed reports, and advising clients on corrective actions to ensure compliance and safe water management.

Key Duties

Risk Assessment Tasks

• Carry out Legionella risk assessments on hot and cold-water systems.
• Check water storage tanks, heaters, pipes, outlets, spa pools, and related equipment.
• Find risk factors.
• Review existing Legionella management procedures and records.

Reporting and Record-keeping

• Create clear, accurate, and compliant risk assessment reports.
• Make and update diagrams of water systems.
• Keep accurate digital and paper records.
• Rank findings and provide practical suggestions for corrective actions.

Compliance and Technical Advice

• Carry out assessments following: ACOP L8, HSG274 Parts 1–3, BS 8580-1:2019, HTM 04-01 (where relevant), Relevant Water Supply Rules
• Give technical advice to clients about Legionella control measures.
• Help clients achieve and maintain compliance.

Client and Partner Relations

• Communicate professionally with clients, facilities managers, engineers, and contractors.
• Present findings and explain suggestions.
• Attend client meetings when needed.
• Represent the company professionally at all times.

Health and Safety

• Follow company Health and Safety procedures.
• Carry out work following risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Use proper PPE and maintain company equipment.

Essential Qualifications

• Legionella Risk Assessment qualification (e.g. City and Guilds, BOHS, WMSoc or similar).
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• At least 2 years' experience carrying out Legionella risk assessments.

Essential Knowledge and Skills

• Good knowledge of: ACOP L8, HSG274, BS 8580-1, Water Supply Rules, HTM 04-01 (preferred)
• Ability to read water system diagrams.
• Excellent report-writing skills.
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and mobile reporting systems.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work alone and manage workload well.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

Water sampling and temperature checking experience.

Key Abilities

Attention to detail

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Technical ability

Time management

Professional honesty

Customer focus

Ability to work with little oversight

Our Values

People First – It starts with health, safety and wellbeing

Better Together – A team-working approach

Trusted Partners – Committed to our clients' success

Taking Ownership – Making a positive difference

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We're dedicated to a fair and equal recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, please let us know in confidence – our team is here to help you.