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Water Hygiene Engineer

Job Introduction

  • 40 hours per week
  • Monday - Friday - 08:00 -17:00
  • £15.86 per hour
  • Free Car parking

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Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Water Hygiene Engineer to join our engineering team at Merville Barracks, Colchester, CO2 7UT. In this vital role, you will support the Water Technical Officer in ensuring that all services meet the standards detailed in the Service Level Agreement (SLA), KPIs, and contractual obligations. You will be responsible for completing planned preventative maintenance (PPM), remedial, and emergency works in line with water hygiene regulations and best practices.

What you’ll do:

  • Support the Water Technical Officer in maintaining and developing service standards.

  • Deliver high-quality water hygiene PPMs, remedial works, and emergency callouts.

  • Work in compliance with ACOP L8, HSG274 Part 2 & 3, HTM04-01, BS 8558, BS 8680, and other relevant standards.

  • Conduct temperature monitoring, weekly flushing, microbiological and chemical sampling, TMV servicing, and tank inspections.

  • Carry out tank cleans and disinfections, filtration servicing, and purging of expansion vessels and calorifiers/water heaters.

  • Perform shower and spray tap descaling, Zip tea boiler servicing, and assist in closed system analysis and treatment.

  • Maintain excellent standards of client communication, workplace hygiene, and PPE compliance.

  • Participate in team meetings, performance reviews, and ongoing training and development.

  • Support additional ad-hoc or administrative duties as required.

What you bring:

  • Previous experience in a Water Hygiene operational role.

  • Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and standards (ACOP L8, HSG274, HTM04-01, etc.).

  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage a varied workload.

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  • Strong time management and problem-solving skills.

Desirable:

  • Experience working within a military or MOD environment.

  • Previous experience in a senior or supervisory engineering role.

  • Recognised qualification in Water Hygiene or Legionella control.

  • Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

  • Experience with swimming pool maintenance and closed system treatment.

  • Demonstrated leadership and mentoring skills.

What we offer:

  • On-the-job training with experienced professionals
  • Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
  • Career development opportunities within Sodexo
  • A friendly and supportive work environment
  • Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.
  • Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
  • Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.


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Salary £15.86 pre hour
Frequency Hourly
Job Reference SDX/TP/1324814/150205
Contract Type Permanent – Full Time
Closing Date 19 November, 2025
Job Category Maintenance and Engineering
Business Unit UK Government - Frontline
Location Colchester, United Kingdom
No. of positions 1
Posted on 05 November, 2025
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