Legionella Remedial Plumber

Our client is an established and growing specialist in Legionella Management, Water Hygiene and Compliance Services. Due to ongoing requirements, they are looking to recruit an experienced Legionella Remedial Plumber to cover sites throughout the Midlands.

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out a range of plumbing remedial works, water system maintenance, cleaning and disinfection activities, primarily across a large social housing contract covering the Midlands.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Water Hygiene Plumber or Legionella Remedial Engineer looking to join a well-established company offering a varied workload, competitive benefits and opportunities for further training.

The position will predominantly involve travel throughout the Midlands, although occasional nationwide travel and overnight stays may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out Legionella remedial plumbing works on domestic hot and cold water systems.

• Undertake cleaning and disinfection of water systems in accordance with industry guidance.

• Complete general plumbing installations, repairs and maintenance.

• Carry out cold water storage tank replacements and associated remedial works.

• Undertake water heater replacements, servicing and maintenance.

• Complete remedial works identified through Legionella Risk Assessments.

• Conduct Legionella Risk Assessments within domestic housing where required.

• Assist with planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities when necessary, including:

  • Hot and cold water temperature monitoring.

  • Showerhead cleaning and descaling.

  • Expansion vessel maintenance.

  • Cold water storage tank inspections.

  • Water sampling.

• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with ACOP L8, HSG274 Part 2 and relevant industry standards.

• Complete accurate service reports and associated documentation.

• Liaise professionally with clients, residents and site representatives.

• Ensure all works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience within the Water Treatment, Water Hygiene or Legionella compliance industry.

• Recognised plumbing qualification to a minimum of NVQ Level 2 or equivalent.

• Previous experience carrying out Legionella-related plumbing remedial works.

• Good knowledge of domestic hot and cold water systems.

• Experience undertaking HSG274 Part 2 PPM activities.

• Experience with water system cleaning, disinfection, tank replacements and water heater installations.

• Unvented hot water qualification would be advantageous, although training can be provided.

• CSCS card would be beneficial.

• Good communication and organisational skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload.

• Full UK driving licence is essential.

• Willingness to travel throughout the Midlands and occasionally nationwide, including overnight stays.

Salary & Benefits

• Basic salary of £29,000 – £36,000, dependent on experience.

• 38-hour working week.

• Early finish at 2:30pm every Friday.

• 22 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.

• Additional day off for your birthday.

• Company vehicle with private mileage allowance.

• Company mobile phone.

• Company expenses credit card.

• Optional flexible working arrangements.

• Company pension scheme.

• Sick pay.

• Overtime opportunities.

• Further training and professional development, including unvented hot water qualifications where required.