Water Treatment Engineer

Pearson Whiffin; Chatham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise en traitement d'eau recrute un Project Engineer pour se concentrer sur la pré-mobilisation, la coordination de design, et la livraison de projets. Ce rôle impliquera la réalisation d'évaluations de risques Legionella, la surveillance des systèmes d'eau, et l'engagement auprès des clients pour assurer la sécurité et l'efficacité des systèmes d'eau. Une qualification adéquate en traitement d'eau et une expérience antérieure sont nécessaires pour réussir dans ce poste.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Apple IT equipment

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Expérience préalable en traitement d'eau et services d'hygiène requise.
• Conduite de l'évaluation des risques Legionella, conformité ACoP L8 et HSG274.
• Compétences en surveillance des systèmes d'eau et échantillonnage.

Responsibilities

• Effectuer des visites de site à travers le Royaume-Uni pour évaluer et conseiller.
• Préparer des rapports précis avec recommandations pour la conformité.
• Maintenir des dossiers de service détaillés pour assurer la conformité légale.

Skills

Water Treatment

Legionella Risk Assessments

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in Water Treatment

Plumbing

Mechanical Engineering

Environmental Science

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