Water Hygiene Technician

CBRE Group, Inc.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE | UCLH Estate is seeking a Water Hygiene Technician to support safe operation of water systems across a major healthcare estate. Working to HTM 04-01, you will conduct sampling, compliance activities and remedial actions to protect patients and staff.

You will carry out Legionella and Pseudomonas sampling, manage responses to positives, install and monitor POU filters and TMVs, and maintain accurate records while collaborating with Infection Prevention & Control teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare estates or water hygiene environments.
• Solid understanding of HTM 04-01 compliance requirements.
• Experience with Legionella and Pseudomonas sampling and re-sampling.
• Knowledge of water hygiene assets including POU filters, TMVs, and flushing systems.
• Understanding of COSHH, health and safety regulations, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Excellent record-keeping and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills for technical and urgent requests.

Responsibilities

• Carry out microbiological water sampling programmes, including Legionella and Pseudomonas sampling in high-risk environments.
• Manage responses to positive water test results and re-sampling activities.
• Install, replace, monitor and remove Point-of-Use filters in line with infection prevention.
• Conduct routine water safety compliance tasks including temperature monitoring, flushing, showerhead maintenance, and TMV inspections.
• Maintain accurate compliance records, reports and audit documentation.
• Collaborate with Infection Prevention & Control teams to support safe maintenance practices.
• Perform fault finding on water systems and raise corrective actions through helpdesk.

Skills

Healthcare estates

HTM 04-01

Legionella sampling

Pseudomonas sampling

COSHH

Health & safety

Record-keeping

Communication

Tools

POU filters

TMVs

Flushing systems

Job description

Water Hygiene Technician

CBRE | University College London Hospitals (UCLH) Estate

Are you an experienced Water Hygiene Technician looking to make a meaningful impact in a healthcare environment? Join CBRE, the world's leading commercial real estate services and investment firm, and play a vital role in protecting patients, staff, and visitors through the safe management of critical water systems. You'll work within a highly respected facilities management team at UCLH, helping to maintain the highest standards of water safety and compliance.

About the Role

As a Water Hygiene Technician, you will be responsible for supporting the safe operation of water systems across a major healthcare estate. Working in line with HTM 04-01 guidance, you'll carry out water hygiene tasks, sampling programmes, compliance activities, and remedial actions to ensure a safe environment for all building users.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out microbiological water sampling programmes, including Legionella and Pseudomonas aeruginosa sampling within high-risk clinical environments.
• Manage responses to positive water test results, including re-sampling activities and validation of remedial works.
• Install, replace, monitor, and remove Point-of-Use (POU) filters in line with infection prevention requirements.
• Conduct routine water safety compliance tasks including temperature monitoring, flushing regimes, showerhead maintenance, and TMV inspections.
• Maintain accurate compliance records, reports, and audit documentation.
• Work closely with Infection Prevention & Control teams to support safe and compliant maintenance practices.
• Perform fault finding on water systems and raise corrective actions through the helpdesk system.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience within a healthcare estates or water hygiene environment.
• Strong practical understanding of HTM 04-01 compliance requirements.
• Experience carrying out Legionella and Pseudomonas sampling and re-sampling activities.
• Knowledge of water hygiene assets including POU filters, TMVs, and flushing systems.
• Understanding of COSHH, health & safety regulations, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Excellent record-keeping and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to respond professionally to technical and urgent requests.

Why Join CBRE?

At CBRE, you'll be part of a global organisation that invests in its people and provides opportunities for long-term career growth. We combine the stability and resources of an industry leader with a culture that encourages innovation, collaboration, and continuous development.

Benefits of Working at CBRE

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Industry-leading training and development opportunities
• Access to career progression across a global organisation
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Exposure to a prestigious healthcare contract
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, wellbeing and workplace safety
• Opportunity to contribute to critical healthcare infrastructure and patient safety initiatives.

Diversity & Inclusion

CBRE is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.