Remedial Plumber

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Essex; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected building services provider in Essex is seeking an experienced Water Hygiene Engineer to join their team. You will perform maintenance tasks and ensure compliance of water systems. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years in the water hygiene sector and relevant plumbing qualifications. This role offers a salary of £30,000 – £34,000, overtime, and clear career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Company vehicle provided

Clear career progression pathways

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience within the water hygiene or water treatment sector.
• Full UK driving licence (over 21).
• Legionella awareness training beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Complete PPM tasks and routine maintenance on hot and cold-water systems.
• Maintain site logbooks in line with water hygiene and Legionella control standards.
• Deliver remedial plumbing works highlighted from risk assessments.
• Provide guidance to clients on water hygiene compliance and best practice.
• Support the wider team in delivering safe, efficient, and compliant services.

Skills

Strong reporting skills

Attention to detail

Education

C&G or NVQ Level 1/2 in Plumbing (or equivalent)

Job description

Water Hygiene Engineer & Remedial Plumbing Operative

Essex | £30,000 – £34,000 + Overtime

A respected building services provider is looking to add an experienced water hygiene engineer to their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional seeking long‑term development within a growing, compliance‑led environment.

In this role, you will carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and remedial plumbing works across domestic and commercial sites. As a water hygiene engineer, you’ll be responsible for ensuring water systems remain safe, compliant, and fully maintained, with duties including updating logbooks, conducting inspections, and delivering remedial actions such as TMV servicing, tap replacements, and dead leg removals.

Package:

• Salary: £30,000 – £34,000 DOE + overtime
• Hours: 42.5 per week
• Company vehicle provided
• Clear career progression pathways

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete PPM tasks and routine maintenance on hot and cold‑water systems
• Maintain site logbooks in line with water hygiene and Legionella control standards
• Deliver remedial plumbing works highlighted from risk assessments
• Provide guidance to clients on water hygiene compliance and best practice
• Support the wider team in delivering safe, efficient, and compliant services

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience within the water hygiene or water treatment sector
• C&G or NVQ Level 1/2 in Plumbing (or equivalent)
• Strong reporting skills and attention to detail
• Full UK driving licence (over 21)
• Legionella awareness training beneficial

If you’re an ambitious water hygiene engineer looking for stability, growth, and a supportive team environment, this is a great opportunity to take the next step in your career. Apply today to join a reputable and expanding business in Essex as their next water hygiene engineer.

Apply today or contact Mollie Caswell at Penguin Recruitment for more information.