Water Hygiene Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Welwyn Hatfield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Bonus scheme based on performance

Paid travel from door to door

Overtime opportunities

Continuous training and progression

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Water Hygiene Engineer in Hertfordshire. The role involves delivering water hygiene services across client sites, performing checks, flushing, sampling, and maintaining TMVs, with adherence to WRAS and HTM guidelines.

You should have at least 3 years of water hygiene or plumbing experience, relevant qualifications, and a full UK driving licence. The position offers a permanent contract with 37.5 hours per week plus overtime and a company vehicle.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in water hygiene or a related plumbing role.
• Relevant water hygiene training or qualifications.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a range of water hygiene services across multiple client sites.
• Carry out temperature checks, system flushing, and water sampling.
• Service and maintain TMVs, including minor remedial tasks.
• Inspect, clean, and disinfect cold water storage tanks and calorifiers.
• Descale and disinfect showerheads.
• Ensure all work complies with ACoP L8, HSG274, HTM 04-01, and WRAS guidelines.

Skills

Water hygiene

Plumbing

Full UK driving licence

Education

Water hygiene training/qualifications

Job description

Job Title: Water Hygiene Engineer
Location: Hertfordshire
Salary: £35,000 – £42,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent | 37.5 hours per week + overtime

About the Opportunity

An established water hygiene and treatment specialist is looking to add a skilled Water Hygiene Engineer to its expanding team in Hertfordshire. This position suits someone with a background in water hygiene or plumbing who is keen to further develop their expertise within a company that prioritises training, compliance, and employee support.

Benefits of the Water Hygiene Engineer Opportunity

• Company vehicle provided
• Competitive salary
• Bonus scheme based on performance
• Paid travel from door to door
• Overtime opportunities
• Continuous training and clear progression routes

Core Responsibilities

• Delivering a range of water hygiene services across multiple client sites
• Carrying out temperature checks, system flushing, and water sampling
• Servicing and maintaining TMVs, including minor remedial tasks
• Inspecting, cleaning, and disinfecting cold water storage tanks and calorifiers
• Performing showerhead descaling and disinfection
• Ensuring all work complies with ACoP L8, HSG274, HTM 04-01, and WRAS guidelines

About You

• At least 3 years’ experience within water hygiene or a related plumbing role
• Relevant water hygiene training/qualifications
• Full UK driving licence