Water Quality Engineer

Enova by Veolia; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Enova by Veolia requires a Water Quality Manager to oversee healthcare facilities in the United Arab Emirates. You will monitor water quality, lead Legionella control, conduct sampling and risk assessments, and ensure HTM 04-01 compliance across sites with clinical teams and contractors.

Responsibilities include lab report reviews, corrective actions, record-keeping, and supporting regulatory audits to keep water systems safe for patients and staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor level degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• 7 years total experience in water quality management or related engineering field.
• At least 3 years of total experience in healthcare facilities.
• Experience with HTM 04-01 and DoH guidelines for healthcare water safety.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage water quality across healthcare facilities, ensuring compliance with water safety plans and regulatory requirements.
• Implement water sampling, testing, and monitoring programmes for potable water, domestic hot water, and other water systems.
• Ensure HTM 04-01 compliance and DoH guidelines on water hygiene and infection prevention.
• Coordinate Legionella risk assessments, control measures, temperature monitoring, sampling, and remedial actions.
• Monitor water temperatures, disinfection levels, microbial results and other water quality parameters; investigate deviations and actions.
• Inspect water storage tanks, distribution networks, outlets, calorifiers and equipment for contamination risks.
• Coordinate flushing, cleaning, disinfection, and maintenance activities to minimise risks.
• Liaise with clinical teams, infection prevention, laboratories, maintenance, and contractors on water quality.
• Review laboratory reports, risk assessments, water safety plans, specifications, and follow up on non-compliance.
• Investigate water quality incidents and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure water sampling and testing are conducted by competent personnel with approved procedures.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure safety procedures and permits are followed.
• Maintain accurate records of sampling results, temperature logs, inspections, and compliance documentation.
• Support audits and regulatory reviews; address findings and keep water safety records current.
• Identify opportunities to improve water quality management and safety of healthcare water systems.

Skills

Water quality monitoring

HTM 04-01 knowledge

Legionella control

Analytical skills

Documentation

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Water quality reporting tools

Job description

The role is responsible for monitoring and managing water quality and hygiene across healthcare facilities, ensuring safe water systems, effective Legionella control, and compliance with relevant Health Technical Memoranda (HTM), Department of Health (DoH) guidelines, and facilities management standards. It oversees water sampling, testing, risk assessments, and corrective actions to prevent contamination, protect patient and staff safety, and maintain compliance with healthcare water safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage water quality across healthcare facilities, ensuring compliance with approved water safety plans and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Implement water sampling, testing, and monitoring programmes for potable water, domestic hot water, and other relevant water systems.
• Ensure compliance with HTM 04-01 guidance on safe water systems in healthcare facilities, including applicable water hygiene and infection prevention requirements.
• Coordinate Legionella risk assessments, control measures, temperature monitoring, sampling, and remedial actions in accordance with approved procedures.
• Monitor water temperatures, disinfection levels, microbial results, and other water quality parameters, investigating deviations and recommending corrective actions.
• Inspect water storage tanks, distribution networks, outlets, calorifiers, and associated equipment to identify contamination risks and maintenance requirements.
• Coordinate flushing, cleaning, disinfection, and water system maintenance activities to minimise risks to patients, staff, and visitors.
• Liaise with clinical teams, infection prevention and control personnel, laboratory service providers, maintenance teams, and specialist contractors on water quality matters.
• Review laboratory reports, risk assessments, water safety plans, technical specifications, and method statements, ensuring appropriate follow-up of non-compliance.
• Investigate water quality incidents, contamination concerns, and recurring issues, implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure water sampling and testing are conducted by competent personnel using approved procedures and appropriate laboratory services.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with technical requirements, safety procedures, approved work permits, and contractual obligations.
• Maintain accurate records of sampling results, temperature logs, inspections, risk assessments, remedial works, and compliance documentation.
• Support audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews, ensuring findings are addressed and relevant water safety records remain current.
• Identify opportunities to improve water quality management, reduce risks, and enhance the reliability and safety of water systems within healthcare facilities.

Tools & Methods, HSEQ

Abide by the Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality, (HSEQ) policy, procedures necessary for the good conduct and safety of the workplace. It is a requirement and moral obligation of each employee to be actively committed and accountable to the compliance of Enova’s HSEQ policy, operating procedures, as well as being compliant to local legislation. The Employee shall seek clarification and guidance in specific cases or whenever one feels necessary.

Customer Relations

Develop a pro-active working relationship with all authorities and assist in establishing areas for service improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering from a recognised/accredited university and approved by the Ministry of Education.
• 7 years of total relevant experience in water quality management or a related engineering field.
• At least 3 years of the total experience must be in healthcare facilities.
• Relevant experience in water quality monitoring, hygiene management, sampling, testing, and Legionella control.

Job Specific Skills

• Knowledge of water quality monitoring, treatment, sampling, testing, and hygiene management.
• Understanding of HTM 04-01, DoH guidelines, and healthcare water safety requirements.
• Qualified and certified in accordance with relevant HTM and DoH guidelines.
• Knowledge of Legionella control, risk assessments, temperature monitoring, and disinfection.
• Ability to interpret laboratory results and implement corrective actions.
• Knowledge of water distribution systems, storage tanks, and associated equipment.
• Ability to coordinate with laboratories, infection control teams, and specialist contractors.
• Proficiency in CMMS, Microsoft Office, and water quality reporting tools.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in English and experience in healthcare facilities and a customer-focused environment.