Water Hygiene Engineer

Rock Recruitment; London Borough of Lambeth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

PDA

Uniform

Annual leave

Company pension

Job summary

Rock Recruitment is seeking a Water Hygiene Engineer in South West London to perform water hygiene and Legionella control works in line with ACOP L8 and HSG 274. You will inspect tanks, monitor temperatures, service TMVs, and ensure safe, compliant water systems for clients.

The role involves accurate reporting, maintaining health and safety standards, and could include minor plumbing tasks. A full UK driving licence is essential; a company van and fuel card are provided with overtime

Qualifications

• Experience in water hygiene and Legionella control.
• Knowledge of ACOP L8 and HSG 274.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Water temperature monitoring, sampling and system inspections.
• Tank and calorifier inspections.
• TMV servicing and failsafe checks.
• Cleaning and disinfection of water systems.
• Minor remedial plumbing works, including pipework modifications and dead-leg removal.
• Accurate completion of service reports and records.
• Maintain high standards of health & safety and customer service.

Skills

Water hygiene

Legionella

ACOP L8

HSG 274

Driving licence

Communication

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds plumbing qualification

Legionella/Water Hygiene training

Job description

Job Title: Water Hygiene Engineer

Location: South West London

Paying: £30,000 - £35,000 w/ Van and Fuel Card + Overtime/Call Out

Job Type: Permanent

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Water Hygiene Engineer to join a reputable contractor. You will carry out water hygiene and Legionella control works in line with ACOP L8, HSG 274 and relevant regulations, helping the client maintain safe and compliant water systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Water temperature monitoring, sampling and system inspections.
• Tank and calorifier inspections.
• TMV servicing and failsafe checks.
• Cleaning and disinfection of water systems.
• Minor remedial plumbing works, including pipework modifications and dead-leg removal.
• Accurate completion of service reports and records.
• Maintain high standards of health & safety and customer service.

Requirements

Essential:

• Previous water hygiene/Legionella experience.
• Knowledge of ACOP L8 and HSG 274.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable:

• Plumbing qualification (NVQ/City & Guilds).
• Legionella/Water Hygiene training.

Benefits

• Company van and fuel card with private use
• PDA and uniform
• Annual leave allowance
• Company pension