Trainee Water Treatment Engineer

Trainee Water Treatment Engineer

London | Permanent | Base Salary up to £26,000 + London weighting for employees residing within the M25

Looking to build a career rather than just find another job?

If you're practical, enjoy hands-on work and want to learn a specialist trade with full training and genuine opportunities to progress, we'd love to hear from you.

Join SMS Environmental, one of the UK's leading independent water hygiene specialists, and begin your career in an industry that helps keep buildings and water systems safe and compliant across the UK. As a Trainee Water Treatment Engineer (which internally is known as a Critical Maintenance Engineer), you'll work alongside experienced engineers, receive industry-leading training and gain valuable hands-on experience across a variety of customer sites. No two days are the same, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys practical work, travelling to different locations and learning new skills. Whether you're starting your career or looking for a fresh challenge after working in a hands-on or trade-based role, we'll give you the support and training you need to succeed.

What you'll be doing

As part of our Engineering team, you'll carry out planned water hygiene and water treatment activities, including:

Temperature monitoring

Water flushing

Cleaning and disinfecting shower heads

Inspecting and cleaning water storage tanks and systems

Thermostatic Mixing Valve (TMV) inspections and maintenance

Recording completed work using our in-house software on an iPad

Working across a variety of customer sites, you'll build specialist knowledge while delivering a high standard of service and helping our clients maintain safe water systems.

What we're looking for

No previous water treatment or water hygiene experience is required—we'll provide all the training you need.

We're looking for someone who:

Enjoys practical, hands-on work

Has a positive attitude and a willingness to learn

Takes pride in delivering high-quality work

Has excellent communication and customer service skills

Is confident using an iPad or similar technology

Holds a full UK manual driving licence

Has the right to work in the UK

Experience in a hands-on or trade-based role, such as plumbing, construction, maintenance, engineering, facilities management or similar, would be advantageous, but it's by no means essential. If you've got the right attitude, we'll help you develop the technical skills.

What's in it for you?

We believe your hard work deserves to be recognised. That's why we offer a benefits package that supports your wellbeing, rewards your commitment and helps you build a long-term career with us.

37.5-hour working week (Monday-Friday) with overtime paid at double time

Company vehicle and fuel card for business travel

Company iPad and mobile phone

Full uniform, tools and PPE provided

City & Guilds affiliated training programme to support your professional development

Clear career progression opportunities within a growing business

Private Medical Care or a Healthcare Cash Plan after two years' service

Enhanced Company Sick Pay, Maternity and Paternity Leave

Employee Discount Scheme, helping you save up to £240 per month on food and groceries

A supportive team where your contribution is valued and your development is encouraged

Why join SMS Environmental?

At SMS Environmental, we know our people are our greatest asset. That's why we're committed to providing the training, tools and opportunities you need to build a rewarding career.

If you're looking for a role that offers variety, practical work, recognised training and the chance to develop specialist skills in a growing industry, we'd love to hear from you.

Ready to start your journey?

Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career with SMS Environmental.