Legionella Risk Assessor

Mitie; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitie is seeking a Legionella Risk Assessor to join our specialist water compliance team in York, delivering high-quality risk assessments across diverse client sites. You will apply your technical expertise to manage risk, maintain compliance, and help create safer buildings for occupants.

You will carry out assessments to ACOP L8, HSG274, HSG282, BS8580-1:2019 and HTM 04-01, produce clear reports and drawings, provide practical recommendations, and build strong client relationships through

Qualifications

• Legionella Risk Assessment qualification required.
• Experience in water hygiene or compliance.
• Full UK driving licence with up to six penalty points.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Legionella Risk Assessments to high standards across diverse client portfolios.
• 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 accordance with ACOP L8, HSG274, HSG282, BS8580-1:2019 and HTM 04-01 guidance while promoting safety and compliance.

Skills

ACOP L8/HSG274 knowledge

Technical reporting

Client communication

Digital reporting systems

Education

City & Guilds Legionella Risk Assessment

Job description

Legionella Risk AssessorLocation: York (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.

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