Overview
Water Hygiene Technician role at Mears Group PLC. Kent region. Full-time, permanent, 42.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00 to 17:00. Salary up to £31,062.19 per annum plus overtime/on-call rota. Company van, fuel card, uniform, and PDA provided.
About the Role
As a Water Technician within our Maidstone branch you will work across NHS and mental health buildings. The role involves visiting NHS sites and ensuring water compliance with relevant Legionella legislation and regulations. You will operate across two NHS Trusts (KCHFT and KMPT) and may work in active ward settings including mental health wards.
Responsibilities
* All aspects of compliant ACOP L8 4th Edition 2013 Legionella monitoring regime, including monthly temperature monitoring of sentinel and representative outlets, quarterly showerhead cleaning and descaling, cold water storage tank visual inspections, calorifier cleaning, inspection and purging.
* Carry out basic building and system surveys related to water compliance.
* Carry out potable water sampling for Legionella/TVC where applicable.
* Clean and disinfect cold-water storage tanks (training can be provided).
* Maintain and service thermostatic mixing valves.
* Maintenance and recording of all data in site logbooks.
* Production of job reports and certificates.
* Production of simple line diagrams.
* Customer liaison and feedback.
* Adhere to Mears Group Policies, Processes and Systems.
* Maintain compliance with ISO 9001, 14001 and 18001.
* Support and participate in continuous improvement of the Water Hygiene function.
Role Criteria
* City & Guilds Legionella Awareness Training
* Experience of working to the latest industry standards
* Familiar with domestic/commercial water systems, layout and operation
* Ability to use industry-related tablet software
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Organised and logical approach to work, with a strong work ethic
* Experience of working within a social housing / facilities management environment
* Full UK driving license
* Clear DBS
All our roles require entitlement to work within the UK; Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.
To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21, have held your licence for over 3 months, and have less than 9 points.
Candidates should be aware that all roles are subject to relevant DBS/Security checks before commencement of employment.
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
* Opportunities for growth
* Generous Pension Scheme
* Cycle to work Scheme
* Sharesave Scheme
* Eye Test Vouchers
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Annual Mears Fun Day — our annual thank you from the Executive team; past events include Alton Towers and Drayton Manor
* Staff perks with Mears Rewards — discounts of up to 10% on coffee, weekly groceries, holidays, and more
* Working alongside a friendly and dedicated team with opportunities to grow within the business
* Volunteering Leave — supports employees to undertake volunteering in the community
Contact: Beth Dunford (beth.dunford@mearsgroup.co.uk)
If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you and will be accessible every step of the way.
At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us understand diverse experiences. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Not Applicable
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Facilities Services
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