Field Operations Technician - Water PPM

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in water hygiene services is seeking a proactive Field Operations Technician. The role offers autonomy in managing local operations, ensuring compliance, and supporting team development across multiple contracts. Candidates should possess strong management skills and relevant water hygiene knowledge.

Benefits

Autonomy to manage your schedule

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in managing teams within water hygiene, plumbing, or building services is essential.
• Knowledge of ACOP L8, HSG274, and BS8552 is required.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operatives and subcontractors for PPM on closed heating systems.
• Monitor performance for client KPIs and compliance.
• Assist in water hygiene tasks like tank inspections.

Skills

Team Management

Planning

Communication

Independent Working

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

ACOP L8, HSG274 & BS8552

Job description

Job Description

Field Operations Technician – Water PPM

Location: Field-based (across 4 contracts) with access to nearest office for admin tasks - Peabody, Ealing
Salary: £45,000 per annum
Full Time | Permanent

The Role

We’re seeking a proactive and skilled Field Operations Technician to support a team delivering Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) within the water hygiene sector. This is a field-based role, covering four key contracts, with flexibility to use the nearest office for completing any paperwork or admin tasks.

You’ll manage the day-to-day delivery of PPM tasks such as sampling and dosing closed heating systems, while also supporting wider water hygiene duties like tank inspections, cleans, and temperature monitoring. A key part of your role will be ensuring full compliance, maintaining high standards, and supporting the development of your team.

Key Responsibilities

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Oversee operatives and subcontractors carrying out PPM on closed heating systems

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Monitor performance to meet client KPIs and maintain 100% compliance

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Assist with other water hygiene tasks (e.g.

cold water storage tank inspections and cleaning)

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Liaise with commercial teams to plan and resource work efficiently

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Identify training needs and ensure team competency

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Produce accurate reports and documentation

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Promote best practice in health and safety at all times

What You’ll Bring

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Experience managing teams in water hygiene, plumbing, or building services

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Sound knowledge of ACOP L8, HSG274, and BS8552

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Strong planning and communication skills

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Ability to work independently in the field and take initiative

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Full UK driving licence (essential)

Desirable Qualifications:

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ACOP L8, HSG274 & BS8552 (Essential)

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Legionella Awareness (Desirable)

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IOSH Working Safely / Manual Handling / First Aid (Desirable)

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NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (Desirable)

What’s in It for You:

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£45,000 salary

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Autonomy to manage your schedule and local admin

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Involvement in a growing area of water hygiene services

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Supportive leadership and development opportunities

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, Apply Now. Contact Mark at Up Front Recruitment for more details