Water Hygiene Engineer / Technician – Progression to Legionella Risk Assessor
Escape Recruitment is working with a leading water hygiene specialist seeking a Water Technician or Water Hygiene Engineer to join their expanding team, with a clear development path to become a Legionella Risk Assessor. Full training and support will be provided by their experienced and supportive team.
The Role
Your primary responsibility will be conducting Legionella Risk Assessments, alongside PPM and reactive maintenance in water hygiene.
Key Duties:
* Conduct risk assessments in line with ACOP L8, HSG 274, and HTM/SHTM standards.
* Clean, disinfect, and maintain water systems, including TMVs and temperature monitoring.
* Create schematic diagrams and detailed reports within deadlines.
* Provide expert guidance on compliance and remedial actions.
* Support Account Managers in estimating remedial works.
* Analyse lab results and advise clients on next steps.
What You Need
* 3+ years of hands-on experience in water safety/risk assessment.
* Strong knowledge of UK water hygiene regulations.
* Excellent communication, organisation, and report-writing skills.
* IT proficiency, including schematic drawing tools.
* Basic plumbing skills (advantageous but not essential).
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel (including overnight stays).
* Disclosure Scotland PVG Scheme membership (mandatory).
What’s in It for You?
* Salary up to £34,000 (DOE).
* Company vehicle, phone, and laptop.
* 30 days' annual leave.
* Workplace pension.
* Ongoing training and career development.
* Full-time Monday–Friday (40 hours/week) with occasional overtime.
Join a thriving business that’s growing and diversifying, creating exciting new opportunities for career progression!