Water Hygiene Risk Assessor - Scotland

HSL Compliance Limited.; Wishaw; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22+ days annual leave + bank holidays

Company pension scheme & sick pay

Free eye test every 2 years

Access to Kinhub wellbeing & financial

Discounts with retailers

Job summary

HSL Compliance Limited is seeking a Water Hygiene Risk Assessor to join our field-based team in Scotland. You’ll conduct Legionella risk assessments, create clear reports and system schematics, and support with sampling and water treatment tasks to ensure client compliance.

Reporting to an Account Manager or Supervisor, you’ll travel across the UK as needed, with a home base in Scotland. The role offers training, career development, and a supportive environment within a leading water safety

Qualifications

• Legionella risk assessments following HSE guidance (ACoP L8 & HSG274).
• Clear, accurate reports and technical documentation required.
• Ability to produce system schematics of hot/cold water systems.
• Strong client-focused communication and professional presentation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Legionella risk assessments per HSE guidance.
• Create clear reports and technical documentation.
• Produce system schematics of water systems.
• Support sampling, monitoring and other water-treatment tasks.
• Audit client records and logbooks for compliance.
• Maintain relationships with clients.

Skills

Legionella risk assessments

Report writing

System schematics

Client communication

Travel willingness

Safety awareness

DBS check (possible)

Job description

Water Hygiene Risk Assessor

Location: Scotland

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: From £13.57 up to £14.51 (depending on experience and qualifications)

In this field-based role, you’ll help clients stay compliant with key water safety regulations. From conducting surveys and site audits to creating accurate reports and system schematics, your work will help protect people and property.

Day-to-day, you’ll:

• Carry out Legionella risk assessments in line with HSE guidance (ACoP L8 & HSG274)
• Create clear, accurate reports and technical documentation
• Produce system schematics of hot and cold water systems
• Support with sampling, monitoring, and other water treatment tasks
• Audit client records and logbooks for compliance
• Maintain strong working relationships with clients
• Represent HSL professionally at all times
• You’ll report to an Account Manager or Supervisor, and while your home base will be in or around the areas of Sunderland, Newcastle upon Tyne or Durham, some UK-wide travel may be required.

What We’re Looking For

• Technically skilled with strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated and able to manage their own workload
• Client-focused with excellent communication skills
• Flexible—you’re happy to travel when needed
• Safety-first with a solid understanding of health & safety
• Eager to learn and grow in a dynamic industry
• A DBS check maybe required

Why Work for HSL?

• Full training and clear career development pathways
• 22+ days annual leave + bank holidays
• Company pension scheme & sick pay scheme
• Free eye test every 2 years
• Access to Kinhub (wellbeing & financial support)
• Discounts with hundreds of retailers via Reward Gateway

About Us

HSL Compliance is one of the UK’s leading compliance specialists, helping organisations keep people safe. We work with local authorities, housing associations and businesses across the UK, providing essential services including water safety, fire safety and wider compliance solutions.

Our success is built on the dedication of our people, and we’re proud to offer a supportive workplace where employees can grow, develop and make a real impact.