Legionella Risk Assessor

Mitie Group plc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. in Manchester is seeking a Legionella Risk Assessor to deliver risk assessments across client sites and advise on compliance. You will apply ACOP L8 and related guidance, producing detailed reports and recommendations while maintaining high safety standards.

You will work in a specialist water compliance team in a dynamic field-based role, with a focus on quality service and client relationships.

Qualifications

• Must have City & Guilds Legionella Risk Assessment qualification or equivalent.
• Experience conducting Legionella Risk Assessments within water hygiene, water treatment or compliance.
• Full UK driving licence with no more than six penalty points.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

ACOP L8 knowledge

Attention to detail

IT skills

Communication

Proactive

Education

City & Guilds Legionella Risk Assessment

Tools

Digital inspection/reporting systems

Job description

Legionella Risk Assessor
Location: Manchester (Mobile)
Salary: £32,000 - £36,000 (aligned to capability, skills, experience and qualifications)

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.

Required Qualifications

Applicants must meet the below defined requirements for the role:

• 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.

What's in it for you?

• 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.

There's a place for you at Mitie, join us today!

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