Water Hygiene Technician

TN United Kingdom; Dartford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Water Technician, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring water compliance across NHS and mental health facilities. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in various settings, conducting essential Legionella monitoring and maintenance tasks. You'll engage with customers, produce detailed reports, and contribute to continuous improvement in Water Hygiene services. Enjoy a supportive work environment with numerous benefits, including generous annual leave, a pension scheme, and opportunities for professional growth. If you're organized, communicative, and passionate about water hygiene, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Opportunities for growth

Generous Pension Scheme

Cycle to work Scheme

Sharesave Scheme

Eye Test Vouchers

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Fun Day

Staff discounts via Mears Rewards

Volunteering Leave

Qualifications

• Experience working to industry standards and knowledge of water systems.
• Full UK driving license is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Legionella monitoring and ensure water compliance.
• Perform building surveys and collect water samples for testing.
• Maintain records and produce job reports.

Skills

Legionella monitoring

Knowledge of water systems

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Experience in facilities management

Ability to use tablet software

Job description

As a Water Technician within our Maidstone branch, you will work across NHS and mental health buildings, primarily visiting NHS sites to ensure water compliance with Legionella legislation and regulations. Mears Kent FM Branch operates over two NHS Trusts - KCHFT & KMPT, including active ward settings such as mental health wards.

Responsibilities:

1. Carry out Legionella monitoring as per ACOP L8 4th Edition 2013, including temperature monitoring, showerhead cleaning, tank inspections, and calorifier cleaning.
2. Perform building and system surveys related to water compliance.
3. Collect potable water samples for Legionella/TVC testing when applicable.
4. Clean and disinfect cold-water storage tanks (training provided).
5. Service and maintain thermostatic mixing valves.
6. Maintain accurate records in site logbooks.
7. Produce job reports, certificates, and simple line diagrams.
8. Engage with customers and provide feedback.
9. Adhere to Mears Group Policies, Processes, and systems, including ISO standards.
10. Support continuous improvement in Water Hygiene services.
11. Operate Mears IT systems as required.

Role Criteria:

1. Experience working to industry standards.
2. Knowledge of domestic and commercial water systems.
3. Ability to use industry-related tablet software.
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
5. Organized, logical, with a strong work ethic.
6. Experience in social housing or facilities management environments.
7. Full UK driving license.

All roles require entitlement to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not offered. To operate a Mears vehicle, candidates must be over 21, have held a license for over 3 months, and have fewer than 9 points.

All roles are subject to DBS/Security checks before employment begins.

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Opportunities for growth
• Generous Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Sharesave Scheme
• Eye Test Vouchers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual Fun Day (e.g., Alton Towers, Drayton Manor)
• Staff discounts via Mears Rewards
• Opportunities to grow within the company
• Volunteering Leave to support community initiatives