Job Overview
Position: Senior Water Engineer*
Location: Merville Barracks, Colchester, CO2 7UT
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday‑Friday 08:00‑17:00
Salary: £41,000 per annum
Employer: Sodexo
Responsibilities
* Support the Water Technical Officer to deliver and maintain service standards in line with contractual and regulatory requirements.
* Carry out water hygiene PPMs, remedial works, and emergency callouts across site assets.
* Ensure compliance with ACOP L8, HSG274 Part 2 & 3, HTM04-01, BS 8558, BS 8680, and related standards.
* Support and, when required, deputise for the Water Technical Officer in the day‑to‑day management and planning of water hygiene tasks.
* Assist with technical data interpretation and provide suitable engineering solutions.
* Conduct and/or support Legionella Risk Assessments (training available if required).
* Complete key operational tasks, including:
o Weekly flushing of little‑used outlets
o Temperature monitoring of hot and cold‑water systems
o Microbiological and chemistry sampling
o TMV servicing (full/minor)
o Zip tea boiler maintenance
o Shower and spray tap descaling
o Tank inspections, cleaning, and disinfections
o Filtration servicing
o Purging of expansion vessels, calorifiers, and water heaters
* Support record‑keeping and compliance documentation, ensuring all data is accurate and up to date.
* Provide technical support and guidance to colleagues and subcontractors.
* Promote a strong health & safety culture, report near misses, and ensure all work is carried out safely.
* Maintain high levels of customer service, professionalism, and site presentation.
* Attend team meetings, performance reviews, and training sessions as required.
* Supervise and mentor team members, ensuring fair management and engagement.
* Undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by management.
Qualifications
* Proven experience in a Water Hygiene operational role.
* Strong understanding of water hygiene standards and compliance requirements.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Able to work independently and as part of a team, managing a varied workload.
* Strong attention to detail, organisation, and problem‑solving skills.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Desirable
* Experience working in a military or MOD environment.
* Previous experience in a senior or supervisory engineering role.
* Recognised qualification in Water Hygiene or Legionella control.
* Experience with swimming pool maintenance and closed system analysis/treatment.
* Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to develop others.
* Analytical mindset with ability to identify and implement innovative solutions.
Benefits
* Mental health & wellbeing support
* Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
* 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
* Discounts for you & family
* Financial tools & retirement plan
* Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong to a company and team that values you, act with purpose, and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way.
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!
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