Water Hygiene Engineer / Technician

Job Title: Water Hygiene Engineer

Overview
We are seeking an experienced Water Hygiene Engineer to join a growing team, delivering Legionella control, monitoring, and remedial services across a varied client base.

This role is essential in ensuring compliance with ACoP L8, HSG274, and BS 8580-1:2019, supporting clients in maintaining safe and compliant water systems. You will work across commercial, industrial, and residential sites, providing both technical expertise and hands-on service delivery.

The Role
As a Water Hygiene Engineer, you will be responsible for carrying out routine monitoring, inspection, and maintenance of water systems, as well as supporting remedial works and compliance programmes.

This is a field-based role requiring a proactive and detail-oriented individual who can work independently, manage multiple sites, and maintain high standards of service delivery. You will also play a key role in identifying risks, advising clients, and ensuring accurate compliance documentation.

Key Responsibilities

Legionella Control & Compliance

• Carry out Legionella control regimes and routine site inspections
• Conduct temperature monitoring, water sampling, and testing
• Flush little-used outlets to minimise stagnation risks
• Ensure all works are compliant with ACoP L8, HSG274, and BS 8580-1:2019
• Maintain accurate records for compliance and audit purposes

Water Hygiene Services

• Perform tank cleaning, disinfection, and descaling works
• Carry out chlorination of domestic and commercial water systems
• Service and maintain Thermostatic Mixing Valves (TMVs)
• Undertake pipework disinfection and general system maintenance

Client Liaison & Support

• Provide on-site technical advice and recommendations
• Support clients with understanding and maintaining compliance
• Deliver basic training and guidance on Legionella best practices
• Work closely with internal teams to support overall service delivery

Health & Safety

• Adhere to all health & safety policies and safe working procedures
• Identify and report hazards or risks on-site
• Ensure correct use of PPE and compliance with safety standards

Requirements

Essential

• Experience within water hygiene, Legionella control, or a related field
• Good knowledge of ACoP L8, HSG274, and BS 8580-1:2019
• Ability to work independently and manage workload across multiple sites
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Desirable

• City & Guilds or equivalent in Legionella Risk Assessment
• Plumbing background or relevant qualifications
• Experience with fire safety-related water systems
• Knowledge of water treatment processes (e.g. closed systems, dosing)
• Understanding of fire suppression or water-fed safety systems

This is a great opportunity for a Water Hygiene Engineer looking to join a forward-thinking organisation, offering varied work, strong support, and opportunities to develop within the Legionella and compliance sector.