Consultant - Asset M&E

Tetra Tech, Inc.; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Water Risk Assessor to join the Asset Management team. The role includes conducting detailed assessments of mechanical and electrical assets while ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have at least 3 years of hands-on experience in water safety and risk assessment. The position offers flexibility with competitive salary, healthcare cover, and various benefits including volunteer days and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Contributory pension

Healthcare cover

Flexible benefits

Volunteer days

Birthday holiday

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in water safety and risk assessment.
• Valid driver's license.
• Knowledge of UK water hygiene regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed surveys and assessments of mechanical and electrical assets.
• Prepare and liaise on water risk assessment reports.
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to ensure asset data accuracy.

Skills

Water risk assessments

Mechanical and electrical systems knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

City and Guilds or Water Management Society qualifications

Tools

Asset management software

Digital survey tools

Job description

Tetra Tech is seeking an experienced Water risk assessor who wants to branch into the world of M&E Asset Surveying to join our Asset Management team. This role involves conducting detailed surveys and assessments of mechanical and electrical assets across various client sites across the UK with regular travel required. As a member of the Asset Management team, you will be a proactive team member within the team. And undertake survey work as directed by Service Lead or Lead Consultant. Working collaboratively with other people across the other teams of Asset Management to present a seamless approach to clients. Ensure the delivery of a professional and exceptional service to clients. How will you be the change? We believe every role is essential to providing that peace of mind for our client- whatever part of the business you're in. Because every role plays a part in driving us further. And everyone can be the change. That's how we deliver value for our clients and build systems that lead the way.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Knowledge and practical experience in conducting water risk assessments, including legionella risk assessment. And be able to identify potential water system hazards within MEP assets and recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures.
• Experience preparing detailed water risk assessment reports and liaising with maintenance and compliance teams to implement corrective actions.
• Perform comprehensive on-site surveys of mechanical and electrical building services assets including HVAC, electrical systems, fire protection, plumbing, and lifts.
• Accurately record asset condition, specifications, and lifecycle data using digital tools and asset management software.
• Support the maintenance of detailed asset registers and assist in data analysis to inform asset lifecycle and maintenance planning.
• Provide technical insight and produce clear, concise survey reports with recommendations.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, facilities management, and client teams to ensure asset data accuracy and compliance.
• Assist in budget forecasting and asset replacement planning.
• Comply fully with health, safety, and security protocols, including preparing for and maintaining SC clearance.
• Stay informed on industry best practices and technological advances in M&E systems and asset management.
  Conduct in-depth water safety evaluations in accordance with UK guidelines such as ACOP L8, HSG 274, and HTM/SHTM standards.
• Conduct risk assessment visits, accurately recording all relevant data to produce detailed risk assessments.
• Provide expert advice to clients, recommending necessary remedial actions
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical building systems.
• Experience with asset management software and digital survey tools.
• Thorough understanding of relevant regulations, standards, and compliance requirements.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and excellent written communication.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly across the UK, including London, Leeds, and other client sites, with some international travel and overnight stays as required
• Proven experience as an M&E surveyor or in a similar role within asset management or building services engineering, with up to 3 years of direct experience.
• Reasonable knowledge of the MEP/building surveying market.
• Proficient in IT to ensure timely delivery of reports and other deliverables.
• Deliver professional and exceptional service to clients.
• High degree of self-direction, assertiveness, and eagerness to learn.
• Eligible and willing to undergo DBS (CRB) and SC checks if required.
• At least 3 years of hands‑on experience in water safety and risk assessment.
• Solid understanding of UK water hygiene regulations.
• Exceptional communication, organization, and report‑writing skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• Hold City and Guilds or Water Management Society qualifications in legionella control and risk assessment of domestic water systems.
• Possess a strong background in building services engineering, either as a tradesperson or through an M&E design career, with excellent knowledge of engineering plant, equipment, and relevant building services standards
• Experience within a similar role, preferably within an outsourced building services or facilities/asset management role
• Knowledge of asset management principles.
• Change control experience within projects
• Building strong working relationships with other stakeholders whilst ensuring that the best interests of the projects are promoted and maintained.
• Experience with web based (database) software platforms.

We offer a competitive salary, contributory pension, healthcare cover and a range of flexible benefits. We are open to discussing the possibility of reduced hours, remote working, term time only, flexible start and finish times and compressed hours. We can offer a range of solutions to help you to get the most out of your work / life balance. We offer volunteer days, birthday holiday and a range of flexible benefits to suit each individual.