Junior Water Hygiene Engineer

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a reliable Junior Water Hygiene Technician in Salisbury. The role offers a salary of £25,000 - £30,000 with full training provided. Responsibilities include temperature monitoring, water sampling, and cleaning tasks. Ideal for someone eager to start a career in water hygiene with opportunities for progression. Benefits include a company vehicle after probation, competitive salary, and supportive team environment.

Benefits

Company vehicle and fuel card after probation

All PPE provided

Opportunities for career progression

Discounted/free food

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence.
• Reliable, punctual, and can work independently.
• Comfortable in varied environments like plant rooms and schools.

Responsibilities

• Monitor temperatures and conduct routine inspections.
• Perform water sampling from outlets.
• Clean and disinfect showerheads and hoses.
• Assist with cold water storage tank cleans.

Skills

Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Basic IT literacy

Job description

Junior Water Hygiene Technician

Annual Salary: £25,000 - £30,000

Location: Salisbury

Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Junior Water Hygiene Technician to join our client’s friendly team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone starting out in the water hygiene industry or looking to build a technical career, with full training and mentoring provided.

Day-to-day Responsibilities

• Temperature monitoring and routine inspections.
• Water sampling from various outlets.
• Flushing of little‑used outlets.
• Cleaning and disinfection of showerheads and hoses.
• Assisting with cold water storage tank cleans and chlorinations.
• Supporting senior engineers with tasks such as TMV servicing, closed system checks, and calorifier inspections.
• Completing accurate on‑site paperwork and reporting.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Good attention to detail and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently when needed.
• Comfortable working in varied environments (plant rooms, roof spaces, schools, etc.).
• Basic IT literacy for completing electronic reports.
• Previous experience in water hygiene or plumbing is beneficial.
• Knowledge of Legionella control, ACoP L8, HSG274 parts 2 and 3.
• Any relevant training (e.g., Asbestos Awareness, Manual Handling, CSCS card) is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with overtime available.
• Full training and development pathway.
• Company vehicle and fuel card after probation.
• All PPE provided.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for career progression to senior roles or risk assessor level.
• Additional leave, company pension, discounted/free food, employee discount, free/subsidised travel, free parking.

To apply for this Junior Water Hygiene Technician position, please submit your CV as soon as possible.