Location
Milton Keynes
Industry sector
Environment
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
22/01/2026
Closing date
12/02/2026
Job Title: Water Hygiene Team Lead
Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £35,000 - £44,000 per annum
The Opportunity
A well-established and forward-thinking water hygiene provider is looking to appoint a Water Hygiene Team Lead to support and manage a team of engineers delivering compliance services across healthcare, education, and commercial sites. This role suits an experienced professional with strong technical knowledge and leadership capability.
Key Responsibilities
As a Water Hygiene Team Lead, your responsibilities will include:
* Leading, mentoring, and supporting a team of water hygiene engineers
* Completing water hygiene and treatment duties such as TMV servicing, flushing, and temperature monitoring
* Carrying out inspections and disinfection of cold water storage tanks, calorifiers, and associated pipework
* Undertaking minor remedial plumbing works when required
* Maintaining clear communication with clients, site contacts, and internal teams
Package & Benefits
The Water Hygiene Team Lead role offers:
* Company vehicle
* Performance-related bonus
* Paid door-to-door travel
* Overtime opportunities
* Ongoing training and long-term career development
Requirements
To be considered for this Water Hygiene Team Lead position, you will need:
* At least 5 years' experience within water hygiene or plumbing
* Previous supervisory or team leadership experience
* Strong working knowledge of ACoP L8, HSG274, and HTM 04-01
* A full UK driving licence
* Relevant water hygiene training (essential)
Next Steps
If you're an experienced Water Hygiene Team Lead looking for a new challenge with progression opportunities, this could be the ideal move.
Apply today or contact Mollie Caswell at Penguin Recruitment to discuss this Water Hygiene Team Lead opportunity in more detail