Water Hygiene Technician

HSL Compliance; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing compliance specialist in Maidstone is seeking a passionate Monitoring Technician to ensure water systems meet health and safety standards. The role involves conducting water testing, monitoring, and maintenance across various sites. Ideal candidates will be organized, detail-oriented, and customer-focused. Training is provided, making this a great opportunity for eager learners. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Annual leave entitlement: 22 days per annum, 3 days unpaid + Bank Holidays

Company Sick Pay Scheme

Employee assistance provider

Exclusive discounts at retailers

Free eye test every 2 years

Paid 1.5x overtime for hours over 40

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills for interacting with clients and tenants.
• Ability to manage time effectively for site visits.
• Attention to detail for water testing and monitoring tasks.

Responsibilities

• Conducting water testing and monitoring according to ACoP L8 guidelines.
• Testing and servicing thermostatic mixing valves.
• Arranging own site visits and managing time accordingly.

Skills

Customer-Focused

Organised

Team Player

Detail-Oriented

Eager to Learn

Education

Full UK Licence

DBS Check

Job description

Overview

HSL Compliance is growing, and we're looking for a Monitoring Technician to join our team!

Role information

Location: Kent & Sussex
FTE: Full-Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 40
Salary: From £12.31 up to £13.57 (depending on experience and qualifications). Overtime paid 1.5x

Job Overview

At HSL, we’re about making an impact and we want you to be part of it. We’re looking for passionate, driven candidates to join our team and help ensure the safety and compliance of water systems across the UK. In this role, you’ll be at the heart of the action, supporting our clients by conducting water testing, monitoring, and maintenance, all while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Contextual Information

These are full-time, permanent positions with opportunities to travel across a variety of sites. As a Monitoring Technician, you will play a key role in ensuring that water systems meet the highest standards of health and safety, collaborating with clients, site managers, and compliance officers to monitor and maintain systems. The ideal candidate will be highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to stay on top of multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

About Us

HSL Compliance is a leading risk and compliance specialist, helping businesses meet health, safety, and environmental regulations. We provide expert services in water safety, hazardous materials, fire safety, and more—ensuring compliance and protecting people. As a people-focused company, we prioritise career development opportunities and foster a dynamic work environment. At HSL, people are at the heart of everything we do, which is what makes working here so special. Our employees contribute to a culture where collaboration, support, and personal growth flourish. As a Monitoring Technician, you’ll play a key role in nurturing this environment by working seamlessly with colleagues to ensure safe and compliant water systems across the UK.

Who are we looking for?

• Customer-Focused – You’ll be talking to clients and tenants, so we need someone who’s friendly, able to communicate clearly and helpful, always making sure that customers feel supported.
• Organised & Independent – You’ll manage your own time and arrange site visits. We’re looking for someone who can stay organised and handle tasks without needing constant direction.
• Team Player – You’ll be working with different people, including other team members, account managers and supervisors. Being able to work well with others is important.
• Detail-Oriented – You’ll be doing things like water testing and valve checks. We need someone who pays attention to the little details and gets things done right.
• Eager to Learn – No experience? No problem! We’ll train you, and we’re looking for someone who’s ready to learn and improve their skills.
• Full UK Licence and DBS Check Required

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting water testing and monitoring (in accordance with ACoP L8 guidelines)
• Monitoring, sampling and various other water treatment tasks
• Testing and servicing thermostatic mixing valves
• Shower cleans & other clean and disinfection work
• Liaising with Clients & Tenants
• Working at heights/ manual handling
• Management of own time and arranging own site visits

Financial Benefits & Rewards

HSL is an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We offer:

• Pension scheme
• Annual leave entitlement: 22 days per annum, 3 days unpaid + Bank Holidays
• Company Sick Pay Scheme
• Kinhub - Our employee assistance provider, which offers support in various aspects of life, including mental health, financial assistance, and neurodiversity.
• Reward Gateway - Exclusive discounts at 100s of retailers
• Free eye test every 2 years
• Paid 1.5x overtime for hours worked beyond 40 per week, including travel time starting from when you leave your home

If you have any questions, contact our HR Team at [e-mail].

At HSL, we are committed to safeguarding the well-being of our employees, clients, and customers. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and pre-employment checks, in line with our safer recruitment practices and relevant guidelines. This includes online searches and the requirement for a DBS Enhanced Disclosure, which must be obtained as a condition of employment.