Legionella Water Services Technician

Clearfield Recruitment Limited; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Legionella Water Services Technician for an NHS facility in Doncaster. The role involves supporting the plumbing team with legionella minor remedials, temperature monitoring, and system hygiene tasks. Candidates should have 2+ years in plumbing and knowledge of water hygiene standards. A recognized plumbing qualification is essential, and training will be provided for legionella specific tasks. This is an excellent opportunity for skilled technicians looking to advance their careers.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience in legionella monitoring related tasks preferred.
• 2 years' experience in general plumbing tasks is essential.
• Knowledge of conducting legionella risk assessments would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Monitor water temperature and carry out HSG274 tasks.
• Perform outlet/shower descaling and collect water samples.
• Conduct tank inspections and chlorination works.

Skills

Legionella monitoring

General plumbing tasks

Water system cleaning and disinfection

Knowledge of CLO2 dosing systems

Conducting legionella risk assessments

Education

Recognised plumbing qualification

Job description

Overview

Static Legionella Water Services Technician - INITIAL 5 YEAR FRAMEWORK

Location: DONCASTER, SOUTH YORKSHIRE

Our client is a Building Services specialist with a strong presence in the Commercial/NHS sector. Due to continued growth they require a Legionella Water Hygiene Technician to be based on an NHS facility in Doncaster.

The role of Legionella Water Services/Hygiene Technician is to support the plumbing team with delivering Legionella (L8) minor remedials and system dosing of hot and cold-water systems.

Responsibilities

• Temperature monitoring and general HSG274 water hygiene tasks
• Outlet / Shower descaling
• Collection of water samples
• Tank inspection/Cleaning
• Chlorination and disinfection works
• Testing, servicing, and maintaining thermostatic mixing valves
• Plumbing tasks, e.g. dead-leg removal, water tank component upgrades, valve replacement, pipework modifications
• The ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• 2 years' experience in legionella monitoring related tasks as per HSG 274 part 2 & HTM 04-01 guidelines is desirable but not essential. Training will be given.
• 2 years' experience in carrying out general plumbing tasks is essential along with a recognised plumbing qualification/s.
• Experience in carrying out water system cleaning and disinfection is desirable but not essential.
• Knowledge of conducting legionella risk assessments would be an advantage.
• Knowledge of CLO2 dosing systems & testing would be an advantage.
• Legionella Risk Assessment experience desirable.
• Experience: Legionella Monitoring: 2 years (preferred); Water system cleaning and disinfection: 1 year (preferred); CL02 Dosing Systems: 1 year (preferred)

How to Apply

For full details please send CV or speak to Steve Burdass