Water Hygiene Technician

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

Job summary

A compliance and risk management company is seeking a Monitoring Technician in Durham to ensure water systems meet health and safety standards. This full-time role involves collaborating with clients and site managers while performing tasks such as maintenance, monitoring, and reporting. Ideal candidates will be organized, detail-oriented, and possess strong communication skills. Competitive salary with various financial benefits is offered.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Annual leave entitlement: 22 days

Company Sick Pay Scheme

Free eye test every 2 years

Free on-site parking

Paid overtime for hours worked beyond 40 per week

Qualifications

• Highly organised and detail-oriented individual.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills for client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Conduct flushing activities to maintain water systems.
• Monitor and record temperatures of systems.
• Perform maintenance on water heaters and boilers.
• Manage own schedule for site visits.

Skills

Customer-Focused

Organised & Independent

Team Player

Detail-Oriented

Eager to Learn

Job description

HSL Compliance is Growing, and We're Looking for a Monitoring Technician to Join Our Team!

Location: Durham
FTE: Full-Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 40
Salary: From £12.31 up to £14.51 (depending on experience and qualifications)

This is a full-time, permanent position 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.

Who are we looking for?

• Customer-Focused- You’ll be talking to clients and tenants, so we need someone who’s friendly, clear, and helpful, always making sure 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 account managers and supervisors. Being a good communicator and working 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- We’re looking for someone who’s ready to learn and improve their skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Flushing Activities
• Temperature Monitoring & Recording
• Water Heater & Boiler Maintenance
• TMV Tasks
• Asset Maintenance & Cleaning
• Sampling & Water Quality
• System Surveys & Reporting
• Health & Safety / Compliance
• Liaison 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
• Free eye test every 2 years
• Free on-site parking
• Paid overtime for hours worked beyond 40 per week, including travel time starting from when you leave your home

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 look forward to coming to work each day, contributing 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.

How To Apply

Please submit your application online.

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