Water Treatment Engineer

Pearson Whiffin; Chatham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A water treatment service provider is seeking a Project Engineer to oversee water treatment processes including Legionella risk assessments. Candidates should have relevant qualifications, a valid UK driving license, and proven experience in the field. The role demands excellent communication skills and attention to detail alongside opportunities for career development within a growing company.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Apple IT equipment

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• Previous experience in water treatment and hygiene services essential.
• Proven expertise conducting Legionella Risk Assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive Legionella risk assessments in compliance with ACoP L8.
• Produce clear reports with actionable recommendations.
• Liaise with clients, providing compliance updates.

Skills

Water treatment

Legionella risk assessments

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in Water Treatment

Mechanical Engineering or Environmental Science

Tools

Handheld monitoring and testing equipment

Job description

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Covering Southeast region – Kent, Central London, Hertfordshire

Monday – Friday

Are you a detail-oriented and driven professional with expertise in water treatment and Legionella risk assessments? My client is seeking a Project Engineer to join their expanding team, focusing on pre-mobilisation, design coordination, and project delivery.

As a Water Treatment Engineer, you will be:

• Attending site visits across the UK.
• Conducting comprehensive Legionella risk assessments compliant with ACoP L8, HSG274, and British Standards.
• Producing clear, accurate reports with actionable recommendations for clients.
• Developing and maintain tailored water system control schemes.
• Performing routine water monitoring and sampling, including temperature checks, dip slides, pH, and conductivity.
• Executing chlorination, disinfection, and minor plumbing remedial works in accordance with BS 8558.
• Analysing and dose closed water systems as required.
• Liaising professionally with clients, providing compliance updates and technical advice.
• Maintaining detailed service records and logbooks, ensuring compliance with contractual and legislative requirements.
• Identifying opportunities to improve water system safety and efficiency.
• Any other duties required.

Skills & Qualifications required:

• City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in Water Treatment, Plumbing, Mechanical Engineering, or Environmental Science.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Previous experience in water treatment and hygiene services.
• Proven expertise conducting Legionella Risk Assessments following ACoP L8 and HSG274 guidelines.
• Experience in routine water system monitoring, cleaning, disinfection, and sampling.
• Comfortable working across healthcare, education, commercial, and industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations, ACoP L8, HSG274, and BS 8558.
• Understanding of closed system treatment and basic Building Management Systems (BMS).

Personality & Attributes:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in reporting.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficient with handheld monitoring and testing equipment.
• Professional, reliable, adaptable, with strong problem-solving skills.
• Health & safety conscious.
• Ongoing career development with opportunities to grow within our rapidly expanding company.
• Company pension scheme.
• Apple IT equipment.
• Training and development opportunities.

This role is being handled by Bradley Briggs, Manufacturing, Engineering & Technical Specialist at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment