Senior Legionella Risk Assessor (Water Consultant)

Legionella Risk Assessor - Northamptonshire

Ref: 3754Monday 2 March 2026

£42,000 - £46,000


Our client is a leading Environmental Company that is recruiting for a Senior Risk Assessor (Water Consultant) to join the team

  • You will be responsible for carrying out Water Risk Assessments Parts 1–3 on Cooling Towers, Domestic Water Systems, and Process Water Systems in line with HSG274, HTM 04-01, and any additional legislative requirements. Your role will ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery to clients while supporting the commercial objectives of the business.
  • You’ll be conducting client visits across industrial and commercial sites throughout the UK, with national travel required as needed. This role is a remote role with roughly a 50/50 split between working from home and on site and would suit those based in the Midlands to South Yorkshire regions. 
  • This is a critical, pivotal position within our business where you’ll play a key role, requiring initiative, strong attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, service-driven environment.

Duties Include:

  • Carry out Water Risk Assessments and Consultancy at client sites to the highest operational standards, in line with method statements, technical specifications, and legislation; interpret system monitoring, maintenance, water treatment, and microbiological sampling data to identify risks and recommend actions and produce accurate system schematic drawings and reports to required standards
  • Work closely with Contracts Managers, Infield Service Management, and Business Support teams to meet operational goals and client requirements, ensuring compliance with Health & Safety, Environmental, Operational, and company vehicle policies while delivering services safely and professionally
  • Act as an ambassador for the company internally and externally, promoting company values, championing continuous improvement, and providing responsive support to clients and field staff to maintain high service standards
  • Maintain professionalism in all communication, demonstrate strong organisation and time management skills, escalate issues appropriately, and be flexible with working hours and travel to meet business and client needs

 

Experience Required:

  • Recognised Water Risk Assessment qualification, e.g., City & Guilds or Water Management Society Practical Risk Assessment Certificate
  • Experience completing Water Risk Assessments in line with ACOP L8, HSG 274 (Parts 1–3), BS 8580-1:2019, and HTM 04-01
  • Experience within the Water Hygiene industry, covering Domestic Water Risk Assessments and Water Hygiene activities
  • Organised, self-driven, personable, and communicative, with strong time management skills, ability to work independently or as part of a team, and flexibility to meet both client and business needs

 

Remuneration:

  • Basic salary of £42,000 to £46,000 (dependent on experience)
  • Private healthcare
  • Company vehicle (available for private use, subject to HMRC rules)
  • Holiday, which increases with length of service
  • Life Insurance/Death in Service Scheme (worth 4x Salary)
  • Fuel Card
  • IT equipment- mobile phone and Tablet or laptop (as required)
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