Job Title: Senior Water Hygiene Engineer
Location: Midlands (primarily Derby and Nottingham), with national coverage as needed
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum
Benefits: Company vehicle, tools, comprehensive training, 32 days holiday (including bank holidays), overtime pay (1.5x on Saturdays, double time on Sundays), occasional overnight stays covered.
About the Role:
We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a respected company in the water hygiene industry, for an experienced Senior Water Hygiene Engineer. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of industry experience and be a qualified plumber (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent). This role requires working on a variety of water systems to ensure compliance with ACoP L8 and other relevant standards. Based in the Midlands, this role involves scheduled work and occasional reactive duties, with travel nationally as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct routine water hygiene tasks, such as legionella risk assessments, tank inspections, and monitoring per ACoP L8 guidelines
Service and maintain water systems, including closed systems, cooling towers, and other water infrastructure
Monitor and analyse system performance to ensure optimal water quality and safety
Accurately document findings, reports, and actions taken
Participate in ongoing training to keep skills and knowledge up to industry standards
Requirements:
At least 10 years of experience in water hygiene engineering
NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in plumbing
Proven experience with closed systems, water quality monitoring, and cooling tower maintenance (ideal but not essential)
Strong knowledge of water hygiene regulations and industry best practices
Proactive, competent, and able to work independently
Benefits:
Competitive salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum
Company vehicle and tools provided
32 days holiday, including bank holidays
Overtime available at 1.5x on Saturdays, double time on Sundays
Training and development opportunities
If you’re a dedicated water hygiene professional ready to make an impact within a forward-thinking, supportive team, this could be the role for you. Contact us to learn more and apply
