Consultant - Asset M&E (water risk assessment)

Tetra Tech, Inc.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical consultancy is seeking an experienced Water Risk Assessor to join their Asset Management team in the UK. The role encompasses detailed assessments of mechanical and electrical assets, conducting water risk evaluations, and providing expert advice to clients. Candidates should have a solid background in water safety and regulations, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to travel for site visits. This position offers a competitive salary and a flexible benefits package that supports various working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary and contributory pension scheme

Health care cover

Flexible benefits package

Volunteer days and birthday holiday

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in water safety and risk assessment.
• Thorough understanding of UK water hygiene regulations.
• Willingness to undergo DBS and SC checks if required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed surveys and assessments of mechanical and electrical assets.
• Prepare and record detailed water risk assessment reports.
• Collaborate with engineering and compliance teams.

Skills

Water risk assessments

Legionella risk assessment

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Excellent written communication

IT proficiency

Education

City and Guilds or Water Management Society qualifications

Tools

Asset management software

Digital survey tools

Web-based database software platforms

Job description

Role Overview

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Knowledge and practical experience in conducting water risk assessments, including legionella risk assessment.
• Identify potential water system hazards within MEP assets and recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures.
• Prepare detailed water risk assessment reports and liaise 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.

Qualifications & Experience

• 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 and demonstrate 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 licence.
• Desirable: 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; build 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.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is a leading technical, engineering, and environmental consultancy, delivering data‑driven, market‑leading solutions in water, environment, infrastructure, energy, and international development to clients in the UK and Europe. Our global network of over 6,000 employees and 50+ offices enables us to offer local delivery backed by international expertise.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and contributory pension scheme
• Health care cover
• Flexible benefits package including reduced hours, remote working, term‑time only, flexible start/finish times, and compressed hours
• Volunteer days and birthday holiday