Water Hygiene Technician

March Ltd; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Wellbeing-focused employer

Career development opportunities

Job summary

March Ltd is seeking an experienced Water Treatment Engineer to support water hygiene and Legionella (L8) compliance across two sites in the Northamptonshire area, working with the Water Treatment Compliance Co-ordinator to ensure safe, compliant operations.

You will conduct routine water hygiene tasks, monitor temperatures, collect samples, service showerheads, carry out tank inspections, and maintain accurate records.

Qualifications

• Experience in Water Hygiene Technician or similar role.
• Knowledge of Legionella control measures and water hygiene services.
• ACoP L8 and HSG274 guidance knowledge.
• Experience with temperature monitoring, water sampling and showerhead servicing.
• Full UK driving licence.
• CSCS card.
• Experience in healthcare/education/manufacturing/commercial environments.

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

Legionella control

Water hygiene

ACoP L8

HSG274

Water sampling

Temperature monitoring

Showerhead servicing

Plumbing works

CSCS card

Driving licence

Mobile technology

Microsoft Office

Education

City & Guilds Legionella Control

NVQ Level 2 Plumbing

Tools

Mobile technology

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Water Treatment Engineer to work alongside the Water Treatment Compliance Co-ordinator to manage and maintain all water hygiene and Legionella (L8) compliance across 2 sites in the Northamptonshire area. The Water Treatment Engineer is responsible for supporting water treatment systems to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations. This role combines engineering expertise with regulatory awareness, operational support, and continuous improvement to protect public health.

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.