Water Hygiene Engineer

SER Limited; North East; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

Door-to-door travel

Phone

Tools provided

Uniform

PPE

Pension

28 days holiday incl. bank holidays +

Job summary

SER-IN is seeking a Water Hygiene Engineer to cover Darlington and the North East. The role focuses on monitoring and maintaining client water systems, with responsibilities spanning sampling, tank work, and regulatory compliance.

You will work from a base in the North East and travel to sites as required. The ideal candidate has previous water hygiene experience, a good work ethic, and a solid understanding of ACOP L8/HSG274 guidelines.

Qualifications

• Experience in water hygiene industry required.
• Knowledge of ACOP L8 and HSG274 guidelines.
• Experience performing routine water hygiene tasks.
• Strong communication with clients and professional approach.
• Ability to work independently and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Temperature monitoring of water systems.
• Water sampling and monitoring.
• Tank inspections, cleans and disinfections.
• Showerhead descales and disinfections.
• Flushing regimes and routine hygiene tasks.
• Identify and report defects or risks.
• Maintain service records and paperwork.

Skills

Water hygiene experience

ACOP L8 & HSG274 knowledge

Routine water hygiene duties

Communication skills

Independent worker & recordkeeping

Education

Plumbing qualifications (advantageous)

Job description

Water Hygiene Engineer

Location: Darlington / North East
Salary: Up to £35,000 DOE plus company van, fuel card, door to door travel, phone, tools, uniform, PPE, pension and 28 days holiday including bank holidays with the option to buy additional

Looking for your next move in water hygiene?

I'm looking for an experienced Water Hygiene Engineer to join a growing team, ideally based in or around Darlington, covering client sites throughout the North East.

If you've got experience in water hygiene, take pride in your work and are looking to join a company that values quality and technical knowledge, this could be the opportunity for you!

Plumbing qualifications would be a distinct advantage, but they're not essential. Practical experience, a good work ethic and a solid understanding of water hygiene are what really matter.

What's involved?

• Completing temperature monitoring, including hot and cold water outlet checks.
• Conducting water sampling and monitoring.
• Carrying out tank inspections, cleans and disinfections.
• Undertaking showerhead descales and disinfections.
• Completing flushing regimes and other routine water hygiene tasks.
• Identifying and reporting defects or potential water hygiene risks.
• Maintaining accurate service records and completing all relevant paperwork.

What are we looking for?

• Previous experience working within the water hygiene industry.
• Knowledge of ACOP L8 and HSG274 guidelines.
• Experience carrying out routine water hygiene duties.
• Plumbing qualifications would be advantageous but are not essential.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Good communication skills and a professional approach to client relationships.
• The ability to work independently, manage your workload and maintain accurate records.

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