Water hygiene engineer

Job Description

Water Hygiene Engineer

Location: South London

Salary: £30,000 - £34,000 + Overtime Opportunities

A growing environmental compliance company is seeking an experienced Water Hygiene Engineer to join its established team covering South London and surrounding areas within the M25. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Water Hygiene Engineer looking to progress within a supportive business that offers ongoing training, long-term stability, and career development.

The successful Water Hygiene Engineer will carry out a range of water hygiene and Legionella compliance duties across commercial and industrial sites, ensuring clients remain compliant with ACOP L8 and HSG 274 regulations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with overtime available
• Company vehicle and fuel card
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Pension scheme
• 21 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Long-term career progression opportunities

Duties

• Temperature monitoring and water sampling
• Tank inspections and calorifier inspections
• TMV servicing and failsafe checks
• Cleaning and disinfection of water systems
• Minor remedial plumbing works and dead leg removals
• Completing service reports and compliance documentation
• Representing the company professionally on client sites

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Water Hygiene Engineer
• Knowledge of ACOP L8 and HSG 274 guidelines
• Full UK driving licence
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team

Desirable

• NVQ or City & Guilds in Plumbing or a related field
• Legionella Awareness or Water Hygiene training
• Experience within commercial, industrial, or healthcare environments

Apply now or contact Mollie Caswell at Penguin Recruitment for more information.