Water Hygiene Technician

March; Burton Latimer; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Employee wellbeing focus

Job summary

March is seeking an experienced Water Hygiene Technician to join our team to monitor, sample and remediate water systems across a range of sites including healthcare, education and industrial environments.

You will ensure compliance with ACoP L8, HSG274 and company procedures while maintaining safe water systems and minimising Legionella risk. Candidates should have relevant City & Guilds/NVQ qualifications and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Water Hygiene Technician or similar role.
• Knowledge of Legionella control measures and water hygiene services.
• City & Guilds Legionella Control and NVQ Level 2 Plumbing qualifications.
• Full UK driving licence and CSCS card preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine water hygiene tasks across commercial, industrial, healthcare and educational sites.
• Perform temperature monitoring of hot and cold water systems.
• Carry out water sampling in line with company procedures and client requirements.
• Complete showerhead and TMV inspection, servicing, dismantling, descaling and disinfection.
• Undertake cold water storage tank inspections and cleans.
• Flush little-used outlets and maintain accurate flushing records.
• Carry out inspection and monitoring of water systems to identify potential compliance issues and risks.
• Complete remedial works including valve replacements and minor plumbing repairs where qualified to do so.
• Accurately complete site paperwork and electronic reports using tablets or handheld devices.
• Liaise professionally with clients and site personnel, providing updates on completed works and any identified concerns.
• Escalate non-conformances, defects and compliance issues to management.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company Health & Safety policies and risk assessments.

Skills

Legionella control

ACoP L8 & HSG274

Water sampling

Showerhead servicing

Communication skills

Independent worker

Full UK driving licence

MS Office / mobile tech

CSCS card

Education

City & Guilds Legionella Control

NVQ Level 2 Plumbing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are looking for an experience Water Hygiene Technician to join our team. You will be responsible for carrying out planned water hygiene monitoring, sampling and remedial activities at customer sites, ensuring compliance with current legislation, Approved Code of Practice (ACoP L8), HSG274 guidance and company procedures. The role is responsible for helping clients maintain safe water systems and minimise the risk of Legionella

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine water hygiene tasks across a variety of commercial, industrial, healthcare and educational sites.
• Perform temperature monitoring of hot and cold water systems.
• Carry out water sampling in accordance with company procedures and client requirements.
• Complete showerhead and TMV inspection, servicing, dismantling, descaling and disinfection.
• Undertake cold water storage tank inspections and cleans.
• Flush little-used outlets and maintain accurate flushing records.
• Carry out inspection and monitoring of water systems to identify potential compliance issues and risks.
• Complete remedial works including valve replacements, outlet modifications and minor plumbing repairs where qualified to do so.
• Accurately complete site paperwork and electronic reports using tablets or handheld devices.
• Liaise professionally with clients and site personnel, providing updates on completed works and any identified concerns.
• Escalate non-conformances, defects and compliance issues to management.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company Health & Safety policies and risk assessments.

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience working in a Water Hygiene Technician or similar role.
• Good understanding of Legionella control measures and water hygiene services.
• Knowledge of ACoP L8 and HSG274 guidance.
• Experience carrying out temperature monitoring, water sampling and showerhead servicing.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Competent in using mobile technology and Microsoft Office applications.
• City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in Legionella Control.
• Experience carrying out remedial plumbing works.
• Plumbing qualification (NVQ Level 2 or equivalent).
• Experience within healthcare, education, manufacturing or commercial environments.
• CSCS card

What we offer

• A competitive salary and benefits package appropriate to this position
• An employer who values the ongoing wellbeing of its employees
• Career development within a successful and growing business

About Us

We are MARCH. The leading provider of critical engineering services. Supporting the industries we all rely on to improve their infrastructure, process, and digital environments. We work together with our customers to maintain business continuity, optimise output, and drive new standards in productivity, reliability, and sustainability. We help deliver operational resilience, increased performance, and better environmental outcomes, across the board.

Why March?

Progress is People. MARCH has ambitious plans and central to our future growth is attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent. Whether your role is onsite or office-based, engineering or support, we offer opportunities for all our people to develop their careers and maximise their potential. MARCH is committed to building teams that reflect a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences