Legionella Risk Assessor

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland; Tetford; Sur place; GBP 35 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

25 days holiday

Electric car scheme

Employee recognition programmes

Family-friendly support

Exclusive retail discounts

Employee assistance programmes

Enhanced company pension

Disability Confident accreditation

Résumé du poste

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland is seeking a driven Legionella Risk Assessor to join our Water Hygiene Team. You will undertake risk assessments, audits, and internal quality checks, with travel a day-to-day requirement.

You will work within a flexible framework, supporting the delivery of water hygiene services, and collaborating with clients to ensure compliance and safety across diverse projects.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ACoP L8, HSG274 and BS8580.
• Understand complex water systems including water softeners, vehicle washes and industrial processes.
• Understanding of written scheme of control audits.
• Strong ability to communicate with clients.
• Competent report writing skills.
• Familiar with Word & Excel and other software as needed.
• Able to pass Enhanced DBS and MOD security clearance checks.

Responsabilités

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

Connaissances

ACoP L8 knowledge

HSG274 knowledge

BS8580 knowledge

Understanding water systems

Written scheme of control audits

Client communication

Report writing skills

DBS and MOD security clearance checks

Outils

MS Word

MS Excel

Description du poste

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

Additional Information

Why SOCOTEC?

Join a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. At SOCOTEC UK, we’re not just delivering services - we’re shaping the future of testing, inspection, and certification across the nation.

What sets us apart? Our people. We’ve built our reputation on attracting exceptional talent like you and empowering them to deliver excellence at every turn. Our comprehensive range of TIC services means you’ll have the opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter.

In this role, you won’t just be another employee - you’ll be a key player in our continued success story. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of building a safer, more sustainable world, while you grow your career alongside some of the industry’s finest professionals.

Build a traditional career path or explore opportunities across multiple disciplines - all within SOCOTEC. Your choice, your direction.

Work Your Way

Local, national, or global projects. Office-based, remote, or hybrid. We offer the flexibility that empowers you to perform at your best.

Committed to Your Growth

From day one, you’ll have access to comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programs. We support every step of your professional journey. #YouGrowWeGrow

Think you’ve got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.

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