Water Quality Manager

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Water Quality Manager to oversee the operations and maintenance of water systems. This role involves ensuring water safety and compliance across Trust properties, collaborating with Infection Prevention Control, and leading Water Safety Groups. You will manage stakeholder relationships and oversee compliance functions while providing expert advice on water safety. Join a company committed to diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive environment with comprehensive training and benefits.

Benefits

Mental Health Support

Employee Assistance Programs

Health and Wellbeing Apps

Discounts

Financial Benefits

Retirement Plans

Career Development Opportunities

Protective Uniforms

Qualifications

• Training in Legionella and knowledge of HTM 04-01 are essential.
• Experience as a water deputy/responsible person is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an up-to-date Water Safety Plan through training and awareness.
• Lead Water Safety Groups and ensure compliance with standards.
• Manage water safety contracts and provide expert advice.

Skills

Legionella Training (L8)

Knowledge of HTM 04-01

Water Distribution Understanding

Infection Control Principles

Health and Safety Regulations Knowledge

Stakeholder Relationship Management

Job description

Job Title: Water Quality Manager

Location: Manchester Foundations University Hospital

Working Hours: 40 hours, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm

Job Introduction

At Sodexo, we are seeking a Water Quality Manager to oversee the operations and maintenance of water systems and related plant, equipment, and services across Trust properties. Reporting to the Mechanical Manager, you will ensure water safety and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with Infection Prevention Control (IPC) to maintain an up-to-date Water Safety Plan (WSP) through training and awareness.
2. Act as the appointed Estates Responsible Person for Water, ensuring compliance with L8 & HTM 04-01 standards.
3. Lead Water Safety Groups, chair meetings, and represent the Trust at partner and strategic meetings, providing performance reports.
4. Maintain and audit the Water Safety Plan, ensuring accurate records and compliance.
5. Support Authorising Engineer audits and ensure action plans are implemented.
6. Oversee compliance functions and address actions from Water Risk Assessments.
7. Manage water safety contracts and update technical specifications with the Contracts Manager.
8. Provide expert advice on water safety, monitor sample results, and deliver training programs.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Training in Legionella (L8) and knowledge of HTM 04-01.
• Understanding of water distribution, microbiological contamination, and infection control principles.
• Experience as a water deputy/responsible person.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations.
• Ability to manage stakeholder relationships in complex environments.

What We Offer

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000

Join Sodexo and enjoy a range of benefits including mental health support, employee assistance programs, health and wellbeing apps, discounts, financial benefits, retirement plans, and career development opportunities. We provide full training and protective uniforms.

About Sodexo

Sodexo is a global leader in services that enhance quality of life, operating in 55 countries and serving over 100 million consumers daily. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a positive impact in our communities.

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Leader employer, promoting inclusive hiring practices.