Maintenance Manager (Legionella)

HVAC Total FM Recruitment; Coventry; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in HVAC recruitment is seeking a Maintenance Manager specialized in Legionella control to oversee water hygiene operations at a prominent healthcare facility. This role involves managing compliance, maintenance, and ensuring water safety standards are upheld, requiring expertise in relevant legislation and strong leadership abilities. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience, qualifications in water hygiene management, and a commitment to safety in healthcare.

Benefits

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Company phone and laptop

Private healthcare

Career development opportunities

Additional pay for Authorised Person duties

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ relevant experience in water hygiene.
• Strong background in healthcare engineering.
• Knowledge of HSG274 and HTM04-01.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Responsible Person for water hygiene.
• Manage teams and subcontractors effectively.
• Ensure compliance through risk assessments and SOPs.

Skills

Water Hygiene Management

Compliance Expertise

Team Management

Infection Prevention

Education

Water Hygiene RP qualified

NEBOSH/IOSH certified

Job description

Maintenance Manager (Legionella)
Location: Coventry
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £45,000 to £55,000

About the Role:
We’re looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to lead Water Hygiene operations at one of the largest healthcare facilities.
You’ll oversee compliance, maintenance, and water safety across the site, managing both in-house technicians and subcontractors. This role is ideal for someone with a strong understanding of healthcare engineering and water hygiene legislation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the Responsible Person for water hygiene
• Manage teams and subcontractors
• Maintain water hygiene logbooks and trackers
• Attend Water Safety Group and client meetings
• Review and implement risk assessments, SOPs, and written schemes
• Ensure training and audit compliance
• Support infection prevention investigations
• Manage PPM schedules, remedials, and contractor performance
• Take part in On Call rota and confined space AP duties

Requirements:

• 5+ years’ relevant experience
• Strong water hygiene background (tank cleans, monitoring, installations)
• Water Hygiene RP qualified
• NEBOSH/IOSH certified
• Knowledge of HSG274, HTM04-01
• Healthcare facilities experience preferred
• Full UK Driving Licence

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Company phone and laptop
• Private healthcare
• Career development opportunities
• Additional pay for Authorised Person duties

Apply now to be part of a professional team committed to high safety standards in a critical healthcare environment.


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