Our client is an established and highly respected Water Hygiene and Legionella Compliance company looking to recruit an experienced Legionella Commercial Technical Lead to support the continued growth and development of its Water Hygiene division.
This is a senior commercial and technical position combining business development, account management and specialist Legionella compliance expertise.
The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying and securing new business opportunities, developing existing customer relationships and expanding the company's Water Hygiene and Legionella service offerings.
Approximately 80% of the role will focus on business development and sales, with the remaining 20% dedicated to providing senior technical support, operational auditing and specialist compliance advice.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Water Hygiene Business Development Manager, Technical Sales Manager or Senior Legionella Consultant looking to progress into a commercially focused leadership position.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development & Sales – 80%
- Identify, develop and secure new commercial and industrial Water Hygiene and Legionella compliance contracts.
- Generate new business opportunities through prospecting, networking, referrals and targeted account development.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with facilities managers, property managers, landlords and commercial clients.
- Develop existing customer accounts, identifying opportunities for additional services and contract growth.
- Promote the company's Water Hygiene and Legionella compliance services to new and existing customers.
- Prepare technical quotations, commercial proposals and tender submissions.
- Scope, design and price Water Hygiene services and Legionella remedial works.
- Identify opportunities to expand the company's services into new markets and customer sectors.
- Attend client meetings, site surveys and industry networking events.
- Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of new business opportunities.
Technical Support, Auditing & Compliance – 20%
- Provide senior technical support relating to domestic hot and cold water systems.
- Undertake technical site audits to ensure operational works are completed to the required standards and contract specifications.
- Review and provide technical guidance on complex Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
- Ensure proposed Water Hygiene and Legionella control measures comply with ACOP L8, HSG274 and relevant industry guidance.
- Provide specialist advice on complex water system issues, including persistent microbiological contamination and system design concerns.
- Support customers experiencing significant Legionella compliance issues, recommending appropriate remedial solutions.
- Work closely with operational teams to ensure technical standards and service quality are maintained.
- Assist with the development and improvement of operational procedures and service delivery.
Experience & Qualifications
- Previous experience in Water Hygiene or Legionella compliance business development, technical sales or account management is essential.
- Strong technical knowledge of domestic hot and cold water systems.
- Excellent understanding of ACOP L8, HSG274 and relevant Legionella control legislation and guidance.
- Proven ability to identify, develop and secure new business opportunities.
- Experience preparing technical quotations, commercial proposals and tender submissions.
- Good understanding of Legionella Risk Assessments, Water Hygiene monitoring, cleaning and disinfection and remedial works.
- Experience providing technical advice to commercial and industrial customers.
- Strong communication, negotiation and relationship management skills.
- Commercially driven, with the ability to work independently and develop new customer relationships.
- Ability to liaise effectively with operational teams and senior management.
- Experience reviewing technical documentation, RAMS and operational compliance procedures would be advantageous.
- Full UK driving licence.
Applications are particularly welcomed from experienced Water Hygiene Business Development Managers, Technical Sales Managers, Account Managers and Senior Legionella Consultants with a strong commercial background.
Salary & Benefits
- Basic salary of £45,000 – £50,000, depending on experience.
- Uncapped performance-related incentive scheme.
- Senior position combining commercial responsibility with technical leadership.
- Opportunity to develop and expand an established Water Hygiene division.
- Varied role involving new business development, account management and specialist technical consultancy.
- Additional company benefits to be confirmed.