Water Hygiene Technician: PPM, Sampling & Compliance

SMS Environmental; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid overtime

Company van & fuel card

Phone and iPad

Uniform, tools & PPE provided

Birthday day off after 2 years

23 days holiday + BH

Training programme

Job summary

SMS Environmental is seeking a Water Hygiene Engineer to cover the High Wycombe/Aylesbury area. You’ll perform planned maintenance on water systems, manage flushing and sampling, and monitor temperatures to ensure safe, compliant systems.

Training and support are provided to develop expertise in water hygiene. A full UK driving licence is required, with a focus on customer-facing, professional service and safe work practices.

Qualifications

• Some experience in water hygiene, plumbing, facilities management or similar technical environment.
• Some experience carrying out PPM or routine maintenance.
• Interest in developing a career within water hygiene industry.
• Good practical skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and a professional approach with customers.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Good understanding of workplace health and safety.
• Willingness to learn and undertake relevant training.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on water systems.
• Completing routine flushing and water sampling.
• Taking and recording water temperatures.
• Carrying out routine checks on water systems.
• Identifying and reporting potential issues, defects or non-compliances.
• Accurately recording completed work using company systems.
• Working professionally on customer sites and maintaining positive client relationships.
• Following company health and safety procedures.
• Working in line with relevant water hygiene standards and guidance, including ACOP L8 and HSG274.
• Supporting the wider team with water hygiene and Legionella control activities.

Skills

Practical

Reliable

Willingness to learn

Education

Full UK driving licence

Job description

SMS Environmental is seeking a Water Hygiene Engineer to cover the High Wycombe/Aylesbury area. You’ll perform planned maintenance on water systems, manage flushing and sampling, and monitor temperatures to ensure safe, compliant systems.

Training and support are provided to develop expertise in water hygiene. A full UK driving licence is required, with a focus on customer-facing, professional service and safe work practices.