Legionella Risk Assessor

Legionella Risk Assessor - Hertfordshire

Ref: 3986Tuesday 9 June 2026

£35,000 - £40,000

Our client is a growing Water Hygiene and Legionella Compliance company providing specialist risk management services to clients across the commercial, healthcare, education, industrial, and public sectors.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Legionella Risk Assessor to join our team covering Hertfordshire, London, the Home Counties, and surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity for a knowledgeable and motivated individual looking to develop their career within a supportive and professional environment.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out Legionella Risk Assessments in accordance with ACoP L8, HSG274, and BS 8580 guidelines
  • Undertake surveys of domestic hot and cold-water systems
  • Assess cooling towers, evaporative condensers, spa pools, and process water systems where applicable
  • Identify potential Legionella risks and areas of non-compliance
  • Produce detailed risk assessment reports and schematic drawings
  • Provide practical recommendations and remedial actions to clients
  • Review existing control measures and monitoring programmes
  • Conduct site inspections and client meetings to discuss findings and recommendations
  • Maintain accurate records using electronic reporting systems
  • Liaise with clients, contractors, and internal departments to ensure compliance requirements are met
  • Keep up to date with current legislation, guidance, and industry best practice
  • Support water hygiene and compliance teams when required

 

Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Legionella Risk Assessor
  • Strong working knowledge of ACoP L8, HSG274, and BS 8580
  • Experience assessing a variety of commercial, healthcare, educational, and industrial properties
  • Ability to produce high-quality technical reports
  • Excellent communication and client-facing skills
  • Good organisational and time-management abilities
  • Competent in the use of tablets, laptops, and Microsoft Office applications
  • Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload
  • Full UK Driving Licence

 

Desirable Qualifications

  • City & Guilds Legionella Risk Assessment Qualification
  • WMSoc Legionella Risk Assessor Certificate
  • BOHS P901 Qualification
  • Experience carrying out water hygiene monitoring tasks
  • Knowledge of schematic production software
  • Experience of auditing Legionella management systems

 

Package

  • Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 DOE
  • Company Vehicle or Car Allowance
  • Fuel Card
  • Mobile Phone and Laptop
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • 25 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
  • Ongoing Training and Professional Development
  • Career Progression Opportunities
  • Expenses Paid
  • Company Uniform and Equipment Provided

 

Location

Hertfordshire with travel throughout London, the Home Counties, and surrounding regions.

 

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be a professional and technically competent Legionella Risk Assessor with a strong eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality compliance services. You will be confident working independently, building client relationships, and providing practical solutions to help clients maintain compliance and reduce risk.

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