Job Title: Water Hygiene / Treatment Engineer Employment Type: Permanent Salary: Up to £38,000 OTE (bonus scheme) double-time overtime Overview An established water hygiene specialist is seeking a Water Treatment Engineer to join its operations team.
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This is a field-based role offering the opportunity to work across a varied portfolio of client sites, ensuring water systems remain compliant, safe, and effectively maintained in line with current legislation and industry best practice.
Key Responsibilities Conducting planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on domestic and commercial water systems Carrying out water sampling, temperature monitoring, flushing, disinfection, and chemical treatment Completing remedial works including tank cleans and chlorination Ensuring compliance with ACOP L8, HSG274, and associated water hygiene regulations Accurately recording site visits and works completed using internal systems Identifying and reporting potential system risks or non-compliance issues Maintaining a professional presence on client sites across healthcare, education, commercial and industrial environments Supporting junior engineers where required and contributing to a collaborative team culture Candidate Requirements Demonstrable experience within water hygiene, water treatment, or Legionella control Sound knowledge of relevant water hygiene legislation and industry standards Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise confidently with clients Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively City & Guilds qualification (or equivalent) in Water Hygiene Full UK driving licence Ability to obtain Enhanced DBS clearance Problem-solving ability and a proactive approach to identifying improvements will be advantageous. xsngvjr
Package & Benefits 37.5 hours per week (Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm) Paid overtime (double rate available) 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an additional day awarded after two years' service Company tablet and mobile phone Uniform, PPE, and fully equipped tool kit provided Modern, fully maintained company vehicle with fuel card Access to recognised training and development programmes Private medical cover or healthcare cash plan (after qualifying period) Enhanced family-friendly and sick pay policies Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support) Retail and grocery discount scheme Structured annual performance and development reviews This opportunity would suit a motivated Water Treatment Engineer looking to progress within a supportive and quality-driven organisation that values compliance, professional standards, and employee development.