Legionella Risk Assessor

SOCOTEC Building Control Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Employee recognition programmes

Enhanced company pension

Job summary

SOCOTEC Building Control Ltd is seeking a Legionella Risk Assessor in Cambridge to join their Water Hygiene team. You will conduct assessments, audits, and hygiene tasks to enhance compliance and safety in water systems.

The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of relevant regulations and excellent communication skills. A comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday and additional perks is offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to demonstrate working knowledge of ACoP L8, HSG274 and BS:8580.
• Understanding of complex water systems including water softeners and industrial processes.
• Ability to communicate with clients effectively.

Responsibilities

• Legionella risk assessment of water systems.
• Audits of management and planned preventative monitoring regimes.
• Carry out general water hygiene tasks such as temperature checking.

Skills

Working knowledge of ACoP L8

Understanding of complex water systems

Strong communication skills

Competent report writing skills

Computer software usage (Word & Excel)

Job description

About Environment & Safety

Socotec’s Environment and Safety team provides expert environmental, health and safety consultancy and compliance services that help organisations manage risk, protect people and safeguard the environment. Our services include environmental monitoring and consultancy, water safety and hygiene solutions with Legionella risk assessments and water system management, fire safety consultancy and inspections, occupational hygiene assessments and workplace exposure monitoring, and specialist advisory support on regulatory and sustainability challenges. We use industry‑leading tools and science‑based approaches to deliver accurate data, practical guidance and innovative solutions that ensure compliance with UK legislation, minimise environmental impact and create healthier, safer workplaces for clients.

What’s in it for you?

Your expertise deserves recognition. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more), an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition programmes, family‑friendly support, exclusive retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, and an enhanced company pension. Socotec UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.

Job Description

Are you interested in Water Hygiene? This could be your opportunity to excel as a Legionella Risk Assessor, as well as playing a vital role in helping our business succeed.

As our company grows and develops, we are ever expanding our teams. We are looking for a driven, dependable, and flexible Legionella Risk Assessor to join our team. As a member of the Water Hygiene Team, it is key that you can work efficiently as part of a team, as well as having the capabilities to work independently. Due to the nature of the job, travelling will be part of your day‑to‑day role. Primarily, your role will be to undertake risk assessments, written scheme audits, and internal quality checks.

The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):

• Legionella risk assessment of water systems
• Audits of management and planned preventative monitoring regimes
• Carry out general water hygiene tasks i.e. water outlet flushing, temperature check, sampling

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate:

• Working knowledge of ACoP L8, HSG274 and BS:8580
• Understanding of complex water systems including water softeners, vehicle washes and industrial processes
• Understanding of written scheme of control audits
• A strong ability to communicate with clients
• Competent report writing skills
• Computer software usage i.e. Word & Excel
• Ability to pass Enhanced DBS and MOD security clearance checks