Critical Engineer

TREVETT PROFESSIONAL SERVICES LTD; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK water engineering firm is seeking a Day Critical Engineer focused on water systems maintenance to support critical operations in Farnborough. The role involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations, overseeing water systems, and performing both preventative and reactive maintenance. A background in plumbing or engineering and relevant certifications are essential. This position offers stability and ongoing development within a professional team.

Benefits

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Ongoing training and development

Day-shift role

Qualifications

• City & Guilds / NVQ in Plumbing or Engineering required.
• Experience in supervising subcontractors is essential.
• Knowledge of ACoP L8 and water hygiene standards mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead for all water systems and maintenance.
• Conduct Planned Preventative Maintenance for water systems.
• Respond to breakdowns and compliance inspections.

Skills

Water System Maintenance

Plumbing

Electrical Systems

Customer Service

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ in Plumbing or Engineering

18th Edition Electrical (BS7671)

IOSH or NEBOSH qualification

Tools

CMMS

PDA systems

Job description

Day Critical Engineer (Water / Plumbing Bias)

Location : Farnborough, UK

Contract Type : Permanent

Days

Salary : Up to £44,000 per annum + Performance rewards.

ROLE OVERVIEW

Trevett Services are recruiting a Day Critical Engineer with a strong water systems / plumbing bias to support a Data Centre / Critical Environment site in Farnborough. This role is responsible for the safe operation, statutory compliance, and maintenance of all domestic and processed water systems across the campus.

Reporting to the Data Centre Manager, you will act as the site point of contact for water systems, delivering planned and reactive maintenance, supporting minor works, and ensuring compliance with ACoP L8 and wider health & safety legislation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Act as site lead and primary point of contact for all water systems

Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance in line with statutory and site requirements

Complete weekly flushing, monthly temperature checks, and inspections of CWSTs, RO systems, and air optimisers

Respond to reactive and corrective water system breakdowns

Undertake statutory inspections and ensure compliance with ACoP L8 and H&S regulations

Maintain accurate maintenance records, site logbooks, and critical spares registers

Carry out minor plumbing works, repairs, and small project tasks

Assist with subcontractor supervision and hosting

Liaise with the Data Centre Manager on PPM scheduling and annual planners

Produce RAMS, site surveys, and works requests for planned activities

Use PDA / CMMS systems to update tasks, reports, and communications

Carry out basic drainage and sewage works where required

Maintain a professional relationship with client representatives and stakeholders

Ensure all works are completed safely, compliantly, and to a high standard

Support additional reasonable duties as directed by site management

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

City & Guilds / NVQ (or equivalent) in Plumbing or Engineering

18th Edition Electrical (BS7671)

IOSH or NEBOSH qualification

Experience supervising subcontractors

Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications

Disinfection of Water Supply Systems in Buildings (WS3)

Thermostatic Mixing Valves (TMV)

WS13

Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations (WREG)

Proven experience maintaining water systems within Critical Environments or complex sites

Strong knowledge of ACoP L8, water hygiene, and statutory compliance

Experience producing and working to RAMS

Good understanding of Health & Safety procedures (COSHH, Working at Height, Risk Assessments)

PC literate with experience using CMMS / PDA systems

Full UK Driving Licence

Strong communication and customer service skills

BENEFITS

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Ongoing training and development

Stable day-shift role within a Critical Environment

Supportive and professional engineering team

If you are a Day Critical Engineer with strong water systems experience looking to join a professional Critical Environments team, apply now.

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