Location
Chelmsford
Industry sector
Environment
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
13/05/2026
Closing date
03/06/2026
Water Hygiene Engineer
Location: Chelmsford
Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent | 37.5 hours per week + Overtime Available
A growing and reputable water treatment company is seeking an experienced Water Hygiene Engineer to join its London-based team. The business delivers specialist water hygiene and compliance services across commercial, healthcare, and public sector sites throughout the region.
This Water Hygiene Engineer role would suit an individual with previous industry or plumbing experience who is looking to develop their technical skills within a company that values training, progression, and employee wellbeing.
The successful Water Hygiene Engineer will carry out a wide range of planned and reactive duties to ensure client water systems remain compliant with current industry legislation and safety standards.
Benefits
* Company vehicle provided
* Competitive salary package
* Performance-related bonus scheme
* Door-to-door paid travel
* Regular overtime opportunities
* Ongoing training and career progression support
Key Duties
* Completing water hygiene duties across a range of commercial client sites
* Conducting temperature monitoring, flushing programmes, and water sampling
* Servicing TMVs and carrying out minor remedial plumbing works
* Cleaning and disinfecting cold water storage tanks and calorifiers
* Completing showerhead descales and disinfection services
* Maintaining accurate service records and compliance documentation
* Ensuring all work is carried out in line with ACoP L8, HSG274, HTM 04-01, and WRAS regulations
Requirements
* Minimum of 3 years' experience working as a Water Hygiene Engineer or within a similar plumbing-related role
* Industry-relevant water hygiene qualifications or training
* Strong understanding of water compliance standards and legislation
* Good communication and organisational skills
* Full UK driving licence
This Water Hygiene Engineer opportunity offers the chance to join a supportive and expanding company with excellent long-term prospects. The ideal Water Hygiene Engineer will be motivated, reliable, and keen to progress within the industry.
If you are an experienced Water Hygiene Engineer looking for your next move, apply now or contact Mollie Caswell at Penguin Recruitment for more information.