Water Hygiene Technician

SOCOTEC UK Limited; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water hygiene consultancy is seeking a Water Hygiene Technician to support services across Scotland. This entry-level position involves tasks like water sampling and compliance inspections. Candidates need to hold a full UK driving licence, with training provided for those less experienced. The role offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, emphasizing professional development and support.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Electric car scheme

Employee recognition schemes

Enhanced company pension

Qualifications

• Must hold a Full UK driving licence and be willing to travel.
• Preferably have experience in water hygiene tasks, but training is provided.
• Must be able to work alone and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct microbiological water sampling.
• Monitor legionella temperatures.
• Perform legionella compliance inspections.
• Document site observations.
• Liaise with contractors and clients on-site.

Skills

Organisation skills

Time management

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Job description

Overview

Water Hygiene Technician - Covering Scotland (Must be willing to travel)

To support our ambitious growth plans, SOCOTEC provides a comprehensive range of water hygiene and consultancy services to help companies fulfil their legal obligations. This is an entry-level role delivering Water Hygiene / Legionella Control Services across Scotland. Training will be provided. The role involves carrying out water monitoring and sampling activities for our prestigious clients.

Responsibilities

• Microbiological water sampling
• Legionella temperature monitoring
• Legionella compliance inspections
• Documenting site observations
• Liaising with contractors and clients on site

What you will need

• Hold Full UK driving licence and willing to travel
• Preferably to have experience in water hygiene tasks (but not essential, we are happy to train)
• Excellent organisation and time management skills to be able to work to set deadlines
• Be self-motivated and able to work alone and as part of a team in a busy environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Pass a Sentinel Medical and Network Rail Personal Track Safety (PTS) Certificate

Due to the nature of the works being conducted on client sites, a medical assessment and intensive course will need to be completed, which will be organised by SOCOTEC. This is to meet the medical fitness requirements set by our client to conduct the role.

What’s in it for you?

As well as a competitive salary we offer a wide range of benefits including 25 days holiday with the opportunity to buy more, an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition schemes, family friendly support, employee benefits and discounts app, employee assistance programmes, and an enhanced company pension. SOCOTEC UK is proud to be Disability Confident accredited.

Why SOCOTEC?

We have over 2200 colleagues across divisions delivering world-class services to our customers. We provide an unrivalled range of testing, inspection, and certification services throughout the UK and we aim to recruit and retain the very best industry talent. As a Water Hygiene Technician, you will play a pivotal role in delivering these services. We offer transversal and linear career pathways and will support you in attaining a portfolio career, with opportunities to work locally, nationally, or globally, in the office or remotely. We are committed to your personal and professional development and will support you in every step of your journey with us. #YouGrowWeGrow

Think you’ve got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.