Service Engineer - Water Treatment

OSS; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected leader in the water treatment sector is looking for a Service Engineer to provide water hygiene and treatment services in the South East. The role involves various tasks like sampling, monitoring, and compliance with health standards. Ideal candidates are experienced, strong communicators, and hold a UK driving licence. The position offers a competitive salary, 22 days leave, a company van, and opportunities for training and career advancement. Immediate start available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

22 days annual leave + bank holidays

Access to a company van and fuel card

Bonus scheme

Training and career progression

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ practical site experience in water hygiene and treatment.
• Familiar with HSG274 and ACOP L8 (training can be provided).
• Holder of a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a range of water hygiene and treatment services to clients.
• Carry out water sampling, temperature monitoring, and tank cleans.
• Produce accurate reports and maintain clear communication with clients.

Skills

Experience in water hygiene

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Computer literacy

Team player

Education

Plumbing and/or electrical qualifications

Job description

Service Engineer – Water Hygiene & Treatment

Location : (Field-Based) South East

Our client, a well-established specialist within the water treatment and water hygiene industry, is seeking a motivated and dynamic Service Engineer to join their growing operations team. With over 30 years’ industry expertise, they are known for delivering high-quality services to a wide range of clients across London and the South.

The Role

In this field-based role, you’ll be responsible for delivering a range of water hygiene and treatment services to clients across London and the South. You’ll work on a variety of sites, ensuring systems are safe, compliant, and running efficiently, while representing the business with professionalism and excellent customer service.

Your key responsibilities will include :

• Carrying out water hygiene and treatment tasks such as water sampling, temperature monitoring, tank cleans, disinfections, and showerhead descaling.
• Undertaking closed system testing and supporting the commissioning of specialist water treatment equipment.
• Ensuring all work is completed in line with current legislation, Health & Safety standards, and company procedures.
• Producing accurate reports and maintaining clear communication with both clients and the operations team.
• Mentoring and supporting junior engineers to share knowledge and best practice.
• Identifying additional remedial works or service opportunities to add value for clients.

About You

The ideal candidate will be :

• Experienced in water hygiene and / or treatment, with knowledge of systems such as water softeners, chlorine dioxide units, UV systems, or dosing plant (desirable).
• Familiar with HSG274 and ACOP L8 (training can be provided).
• Ideally holding plumbing and / or electrical qualifications, though not essential.
• A strong communicator with good organisational skills and computer literacy (Word, Outlook).
• A flexible and reliable team player with at least 2 years’ practical site experience.
• Holder of a full UK driving licence.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• 22 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Access to a company van and fuel card
• Bonus scheme & long service awards
• Training and career progression via a dedicated academy
• Supportive, team-focused culture with opportunities to grow

Additional Details

• 40-hour working week (field-based)
• 1 in 3 weekend rota (paid overtime)
• Immediate start available

If you are motivated, customer-focused, and keen to build a career with a respected leader in the water treatment sector, we’d love to hear from you