Legionella Risk Assessor

Mitie Group plc.; Colchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Job summary

Mitie is seeking a Legionella Risk Assessor to join our specialist water compliance team across diverse client environments. You will carry out risk assessments, produce reports and compliant documentation, and provide practical guidance to reduce risk and maintain compliance.

The role requires strong knowledge of ACOP L8, HSG274, HSG282, BS8580-1:2019 and HTM 04-01, with excellent attention to detail and IT skills for digital reporting. A full UK driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds Legionella Risk Assessment qualification or equivalent.
• Proven experience conducting Legionella assessments in water hygiene/compliance.
• Full UK driving licence with no more than six penalty points.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Legionella Risk Assessments to high professional standards across diverse client portfolios.
• Produce accurate reports, schematics and compliance documentation using digital reporting systems.
• Provide practical recommendations to help clients reduce risk and maintain compliance.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships through professional service delivery.
• Conduct assessments in line with ACOP L8, HSG274, HSG282, BS8580-1:2019 and HTM 04-01.

Skills

ACOP L8 / HSG274 guidance

Attention to detail

Digital inspection systems

Customer-focused

Proactive and reliable

Education

Legionella Risk Assessment qualification (City & Guilds)

Job description

At Mitie, our people are our greatest strength, and our promise is to create a place to work where you can thrive and be your best every day. We're looking for a Legionella Risk Assessor to join our specialist water compliance team, delivering high-quality risk assessments across a wide range of customer environments. You will use your technical expertise to help clients manage risk, maintain compliance, and create safer buildings for the people who use them.

Role Responsibilities

• Carry out Legionella Risk Assessments to the highest professional and industry standards across a varied client portfolio.
• Produce accurate reports, schematic drawings and compliance documentation using digital reporting systems.
• Provide practical recommendations and technical guidance to support clients in reducing risk and maintaining compliance.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships through professional service delivery and technical expertise.
• Conduct assessments in accordance with ACOP L8, HSG274, HSG282, BS8580-1:2019 and HTM 04-01 guidance while supporting a strong culture of safety and compliance.

City & Guilds Legionella Risk Assessment qualification (or equivalent recognised industry qualification).

• Proven experience conducting Legionella Risk Assessments within the water hygiene, water treatment or compliance sector.
• Full UK driving licence with no more than six penalty points.

What We're Looking For

• Strong working knowledge of ACOP L8, HSG274, HSG282, BS8580-1 and HTM 04-01 guidance.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate technical reports and schematic drawings.
• Strong IT skills, including experience using digital inspection and reporting systems.
• A customer-focused approach with the ability to communicate technical information clearly and professionally.
• A proactive and reliable individual who takes pride in delivering high-quality work and exceptional service.

Ongoing training, technical development and career progression opportunities within a specialist compliance business.

• The opportunity to work alongside experienced industry experts in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Meaningful work that helps create safer, compliant environments for businesses, organisations and communities across the UK.

The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.