Permanent
Water Treatment Engineer
South Kensington

Posted 3 days ago
Water Treatment Engineer
South Kensington
£40,000 - £45,000
About the Role An industry-leading building services provider is seeking a skilled Water Treatment Engineer to join their permanent team on a prestigious commercial site in the City of London. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in water treatment to take ownership of all water systems on-site, including cooling towers and closed-loop systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage daily operations of water treatment systems across the building.
- Conduct water sampling, testing, and analysis to ensure compliance with Legionella regulations.
- Implement and maintain water treatment programs to control scale, corrosion, and biological growth.
- Carry out routine inspections, cleaning, and chemical dosing on cooling towers.
- Diagnose system faults and resolve operational issues.
- Maintain detailed records and ensure full compliance with ACOP L8, HSG274, and all relevant legislation.
- Report findings and provide technical updates to the management team.
- Extensive hands-on experience in water treatment, particularly with cooling towers and closed systems.
- Strong understanding of Legionella control and water hygiene best practices.
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to water quality and system performance.
- Confident working independently and as part of a wider facilities team.
- Excellent record-keeping and reporting skills.
- Recognised qualifications in water treatment (e.g., City & Guilds, NVQ, or equivalent).
- In-depth knowledge of water hygiene regulations including ACOP L8 and HSG274.
- £40,000 - £45,000 per annum.
- Monday to Friday working hours – no shifts.
- Permanent role at a high-profile commercial building in Central London.
- Excellent long-term job security with a highly reputable building services provider.
- Clear progression path and training opportunities within a growing business