Legionella Risk Assessor

Plymouth Office; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected consultancy in the South of England is seeking a skilled Legionella Risk Assessor to conduct risk assessments, collect water samples, and produce compliant reports. The role involves a mix of site visits, office work, and occasional home working, offering a dynamic environment within a supportive team. Candidates should have at least 3 years of Legionella management experience and strong reporting skills.

Benefits

Company car

Company pension

Flexitime

Work from home

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in Legionella management.
• Solid understanding of domestic hot and cold water systems.
• Proven ability to produce clear, compliant reports.

Responsibilities

• Conducting Legionella risk assessments at client premises.
• Collecting water samples and recording system information.
• Producing detailed, compliant reports and schematic drawings.

Skills

Legionella management

Water sampling procedures

Report writing

Organizational skills

Job description

Overview

RSD Recruitment are working on behalf of our client to recruit an experienced Legionella Risk Assessor. This is a permanent, full-time role, based in the South of England, with regular travel into London.

This role offers a balance of site-based work and reporting. You will visit client sites to carry out Legionella risk assessments, collect water samples, and record system details. Following site visits, you will produce clear, compliant reports and drawings to help clients manage their water hygiene risks effectively.

The work combines independent fieldwork, office-based report writing, and occasional home working.

What the Role Involves

As part of the consultancy team, your main responsibilities will include:

• Conducting Legionella risk assessments at a variety of client premises.
• Collecting water samples and recording accurate system information.
• Producing detailed, compliant reports and schematic drawings tailored to each client.
• Splitting your time between site visits, office work, and home working.
• Ensuring all work complies with health and safety standards and current regulations.

This is a varied role for someone who enjoys working independently, travelling across the region, and being part of a small, experienced team.

About You

We are looking for a candidate with:

• At least 3 years’ experience in Legionella management.
• Solid understanding of domestic hot and cold water systems, HSG 274, ACoP L8, and BS8580-1:2019.
• Proven ability to produce clear, compliant reports and schematic drawings.
• Confidence with water sampling procedures and collecting asset information.
• Strong organisational skills, reliability, and good communication.

What We Offer

• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A supportive, collaborative team environment within a respected consultancy.
• Company vehicle and expenses provided.
• 22 days’ holiday plus bank holidays.

Benefits

• Company car
• Company pension
• Flexitime
• Work from home