Legionella Consultant

An established and highly respected independent consultancy specialising in water quality and safety management is seeking a confident and technically capable Legionella Water Risk Assessor to join their team.

Operating for over 30 years, the business is UKAS-accredited for Legionella Risk Assessments and is recognised across the UK and internationally for delivering independent, science-led advice. The consultancy is built around a team of scientists and technical specialists, providing unbiased guidance on managing waterborne infection risks.

The organisation prides itself on its commercial independence, ensuring clients receive clear, compliant, and evidence-based recommendations without conflict of interest. Their work is particularly focused within high-risk environments, including healthcare.

The Opportunity

• This role offers the chance to work within a specialist consultancy delivering high-quality risk assessments, reporting, and advisory services. The successful candidate will support clients in managing risks associated with Legionella, Pseudomonas, and other waterborne pathogens.
• You will collaborate closely with senior consultants and technical experts, contributing to complex projects across healthcare and public sector portfolios.
• What you will do
• Within the first 6 months:
• Conduct detailed risk assessment surveys for Legionella, Pseudomonas, and other waterborne pathogens
• Following training and development, responsibilities will expand to include:
• Developing Water Safety Plans, policies, and procedural documentation
• Designing and implementing pre-planned maintenance programmes
• Providing independent technical guidance on water treatment regimes
• Supporting design verification, installation compliance, and handover processes for new builds and refurbishments
• Managing complex and bespoke projects with a high level of accuracy and client focus

What you will bring

Essential:

• Experience working as a Water Risk Assessor
• Relevant qualifications in water hygiene, microbiology, environmental science, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and accurate technical reports
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Full UK driving licence
• Ability to pass an enhanced DBS check

Desirable:

• Degree in a relevant scientific or environmental discipline
• Experience working within healthcare environments
• Strong project management skills and familiarity with compliance frameworks

Package:

• Basic salary £32K - £37K
• Company Car / Car Allowance
• Pension