Water Treatment Engineer

Coyle Personnel plc; Worcester Park Estate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading personnel agency is seeking an experienced Water Treatment Engineer for a critical role in a hospital environment. The ideal candidate will ensure safe and compliant water operations, managing Legionella control measures and performing routine inspections. Essential skills include a strong background in water treatment, knowledge of healthcare regulations, and good communication abilities. The role requires relevant certifications and a full UK driving licence. Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in water treatment within healthcare or high-risk environments.
• Familiarity with healthcare standards such as HTM 04-01, HSG274, and ACOP L8.
• Ability to complete accurate records and compliance reports.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine monitoring, testing, and inspection of water systems.
• Manage Legionella control measures in line with legislation.
• Respond to reactive maintenance issues and water-related incidents.
• Ensure all work complies with health & safety regulations.

Skills

Water treatment experience

Knowledge of Legionella control

Communication skills

Experience with hot & cold water systems

Education

City & Guilds in Water Treatment

Legionella Awareness certification

Water Hygiene certification

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Water Treatment Engineer to support the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of water systems within a hospital environment. This role is critical in ensuring patient safety, infection prevention, and regulatory compliance across all healthcare water systems.

You will be responsible for the inspection, maintenance, monitoring, and remedial works of hot and cold water systems, ensuring full compliance with healthcare regulations and best practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine monitoring, testing, and inspection of hot and cold water systems, including temperature checks, flushing, and sampling
• Manage Legionella control measures in line with HTM 04-01, HSG274, ACOP L8, and local healthcare policies
• Inspect, maintain, and disinfect water storage tanks, calorifiers, TMVs, and associated plant
• Complete chlorination, disinfection, and remedial works where required
• Accurately record test results, maintenance activities, and compliance documentation
• Respond to reactive maintenance issues and water-related incidents
• Liaise with Estates, Infection Prevention & Control (IPC), contractors, and clinical teams as required
• Support audits, risk assessments, and compliance inspections
• Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with health & safety regulations and hospital procedures

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in water treatment within healthcare or high-risk environments
• Strong knowledge of Legionella control and water hygiene best practice
• Familiarity with healthcare standards such as HTM 04-01, HSG274, and ACOP L8
• Experience maintaining hot & cold water systems, tanks, calorifiers, and TMVs
• Ability to complete accurate records and compliance reports
• Good communication skills and the ability to work in occupied clinical environments
• Full UK driving licence (if role includes multiple sites)

Qualifications (Essential / Desirable)

• City & Guilds or equivalent in Water Treatment / Plumbing / Mechanical Engineering, minmum Level 1 plumbing certificate
• Legionella Awareness or Control of Legionella certification
• Water Hygiene / Chlorination certification

For more details or to apply, please call Liam Hargate at Coyles

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