Water Hygiene Engineer

Water Hygiene Engineer

• Location: Norfolk & Surrounding Areas
• Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum ( Base salary + OTE + Double Rate Overtime)
• Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm

About the Role:

We are looking for a Water Hygiene Engineer (which internally is known as a Critical Maintenance Engineer) to join our team, based within the Norfolk area , carrying out planned preventative maintenance and water hygiene services across customer sites in the local area.

This is a great opportunity for someone with some experience in water hygiene, plumbing, facilities, maintenance or another relevant technical environment , as well as candidates with limited water hygiene experience who are looking to develop their skills and build a career within the industry.

You'll be carrying out routine water hygiene activities including flushing, sampling and temperature monitoring , helping our customers maintain safe and compliant water systems.

You don't need to know everything already — we'll provide the training and support you need to develop your knowledge and confidence in the role.

What You'll Be Doing:

Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on water systems

Completing routine flushing and water sampling

Taking and recording water temperatures

Carrying out routine checks on water systems

Identifying and reporting potential issues, defects or non-compliances

Accurately recording completed work using company systems

Working professionally on customer sites and maintaining positive client relationships

Following company health and safety procedures

Working in line with relevant water hygiene standards and guidance, including ACOP L8 and HSG274

Supporting the wider team with water hygiene and Legionella control activities

What We're Looking For:

We're looking for someone who is practical, reliable and keen to learn . You don't need extensive water hygiene experience — your attitude and willingness to develop are just as important.

You may have:

Some experience in water hygiene, plumbing, facilities management, maintenance or a similar technical environment

Some previous experience carrying out PPM or routine maintenance

An interest in developing a career within the water hygiene industry

Good practical skills and attention to detail

Good communication skills and a professional approach when dealing with customers

The ability to work independently and manage your time effectively

A good understanding of workplace health and safety

A willingness to learn and undertake relevant training

A full UK driving licence

Why Join SMS Environmental?

At SMS Environmental , you'll be joining a team committed to maintaining safe and compliant water systems for our customers.

This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop your technical skills and build a career within the water hygiene industry , with training and support from an experienced team.

Whether you already have some experience in water hygiene or you're looking to transfer your existing practical skills into a new industry, we'd love to hear from you.

What’s in it for me?

We believe your hard work deserves more than just a payslip. Here’s what you’ll enjoy as part of the SMS family:

37.5 hours per week (Monday–Friday, 8am–4pm) – plus paid overtime available

22 days holiday plus bank holidays, with an additional day off for your birthday after 2 years’ service

Company iPad and mobile phone

Brand-new uniform, tools, equipment, and PPE provided

Modern, fully serviced company van and business fuel card

Trade cards – ensuring you’re never far from what you need on the job

City & Guilds Affiliated Training Programme to support your professional growth

Private Medical Care or alternative Cash Plan after 2 years’ service

Enhanced Sick, Maternity and Paternity Leave

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for support when you need it

Employee Discount Scheme – save up to £240 per month on food and groceries

Core Values Champions Rewards – quarterly peer-nominated recognition with reward vouchers

Annual development and review process to help shape your career

Apply today to start your career with SMS Environmental.

Equal Opportunities:

SMS Environmental is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and do not discriminate on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, race, marital or parental status.