Water Hygiene Engineer / Technician

Job Title: Water Hygiene Engineer Overview We are seeking an experienced Water Hygiene Engineer to join a growing team, delivering Legionella control, monitoring, and remedial services across a varied client base. This role is essential in ensuring compliance with ACoP L8, HSG274, and BS 8580-1:2019, supporting clients in maintaining safe and compliant water systems. You will work across commercial, industrial, and residential sites, providing both technical expertise and hands-on service delivery. The Role As a Water Hygiene Engineer, you will be responsible for carrying out routine monitoring, inspection, and maintenance of water systems, as well as supporting remedial works and compliance programmes. This is a field-based role requiring a proactive and detail-oriented individual who can work independently, manage multiple sites, and maintain high standards of service delivery. You will also play a key role in identifying risks, advising clients, and ensuring accurate compliance documentation. Key Responsibilities Legionella Control & Compliance * Carry out Legionella control regimes and routine site inspections * Conduct temperature monitoring, water sampling, and testing * Flush little-used outlets to minimise stagnation risks * Ensure all works are compliant with ACoP L8, HSG274, and BS 8580-1:2019 * Maintain accurate records for compliance and audit purposes Water Hygiene Services * Perform tank cleaning, disinfection, and descaling works * Carry out chlorination of domestic and commercial water systems * Service and maintain Thermostatic Mixing Valves (TMVs) * Undertake pipework disinfection and general system maintenance Client Liaison & Support * Provide on-site technical advice and recommendations * Support clients with understanding and maintaining compliance * Deliver basic training and guidance on Legionella best practices * Work closely with internal teams to support overall service delivery Health & Safety * Adhere to all health & safety policies and safe working procedures * Identify and report hazards or risks on-site * Ensure correct use of PPE and compliance with safety standards Requirements Essential * Experience within water hygiene, Legionella control, or a related field * Good knowledge of ACoP L8, HSG274, and BS 8580-1:2019 * Ability to work independently and manage workload across multiple sites * Full UK driving licence * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * High level of accuracy and attention to detail Desirable * City & Guilds or equivalent in Legionella Risk Assessment * Plumbing background or relevant qualifications * Experience with fire safety-related water systems * Knowledge of water treatment processes (e.g. closed systems, dosing) * Understanding of fire suppression or water-fed safety systems This is a great opportunity for a Water Hygiene Engineer looking to join a forward-thinking organisation, offering varied work, strong support, and opportunities to develop within the Legionella and compliance sector