Water Hygiene Engineer - Swindon & Newbury

SMS Environmental; Swindon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Uniform & PPE provided

Company iPad & phone

Birthday day off after 2 years

Private medical care

Employee assistance programme

Overtime pay

22 days holiday + BH

Job summary

SMS Environmental is seeking a Water Hygiene Engineer to join our team in the Swindon/Newbury area. You will perform planned maintenance and water hygiene services across local sites, with training provided to grow your skills in water hygiene and Legionella control.

The role involves flushing, sampling, and temperature monitoring, with a clear path to develop expertise while working in a supportive environment and managing your time effectively.

Qualifications

• Some experience in water hygiene, plumbing, facilities management or a similar technical environment.
• Experience carrying out planned maintenance or routine checks is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on water systems.
• Complete routine flushing and water sampling.
• Record water temperatures and system checks.
• Identify and report defects or non-compliances.
• Maintain professional relationships with customers and follow health and safety procedures.
• Work with the team on Legionella control tasks.

Skills

Water hygiene basics

Maintenance work

Driving licence

Job description

Water Hygiene Engineer

Location: Swindon/Newbury
Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum + OTE + Double Rate Overtime
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm

About the Role:

We are looking for a Water Hygiene Engineer (which internally is known as a Critical Maintenance Engineer) to join our team, based within the Swindon/Newbury area, carrying out planned preventative maintenance and water hygiene services across customer sites in the local area.

This is a great opportunity for someone with some experience in water hygiene, plumbing, facilities, maintenance or another relevant technical environment, as well as candidates with limited water hygiene experience who are looking to develop their skills and build a career within the industry.

You’ll be carrying out routine water hygiene activities including flushing, sampling and temperature monitoring, helping our customers maintain safe and compliant water systems.

You don’t need to know everything already – we’ll provide the training and support you need to develop your knowledge and confidence in the role.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on water systems
• Completing routine flushing and water sampling
• Taking and recording water temperatures
• Carrying out routine checks on water systems
• Identifying and reporting potential issues, defects or non-compliances
• Accurately recording completed work using company systems
• Working professionally on customer sites and maintaining positive client relationships
• Following company health and safety procedures
• Working in line with relevant water hygiene standards and guidance, including ACOP L8 and HSG274
• Supporting the wider team with water hygiene and Legionella control activities

What We’re Looking For:

We’re looking for someone who is practical, reliable and keen to learn. You don’t need extensive water hygiene experience — your attitude and willingness to develop are just as important.

You may have:

• Some experience in water hygiene, plumbing, facilities management, maintenance or a similar technical environment
• Some previous experience carrying out PPM or routine maintenance
• An interest in developing a career within the water hygiene industry
• Good practical skills and attention to detail
• Good communication skills and a professional approach when dealing with customers
• The ability to work independently and manage your time effectively
• A good understanding of workplace health and safetyA willingness to learn and undertake relevant training
• A full UK driving licence

Why Join SMS Environmental?

At SMS Environmental, you’ll be joining a team committed to maintaining safe and compliant water systems for our customers.

This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop your technical skills and build a career within the water hygiene industry, with training and support from an experienced team.

Whether you already have some experience in water hygiene or you’re looking to transfer your existing practical skills into a new industry, we’d love to hear from you.

What’s in it for me?

We believe your hard work deserves more than just a payslip. Here’s what you’ll enjoy as part of the SMS family:

• 37.5 hours per week (Monday–Friday, 8am–4pm) – plus paid overtime available
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays, with an additional day off for your birthday after 2 years’ service
• Company iPad and mobile phone
• Brand-new uniform, tools, equipment, and PPE provided
• Modern, fully serviced company van and business fuel card
• Trade cards – ensuring you’re never far from what you need on the job
• City & Guilds Affiliated Training Programme to support your professional growth
• Private Medical Care or alternative Cash Plan after 2 years’ service
• Enhanced Sick, Maternity and Paternity Leave
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for support when you need it
• Employee Discount Scheme – save up to £240 per month on food and groceries
• Core Values Champions Rewards – quarterly peer-nominated recognition with reward vouchers
• Annual development and review process to help shape your career

Equal Opportunities:

SMS Environmental is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and do not discriminate on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, race, marital or parental status.