Summary:
Nijhuis Saur Industries (NSI) is a leading provider of sustainable water and wastewater solutions, delivering innovative services to clients across the UK and internationally. Within our Commercial Building Solutions division, we specialise in water hygiene, treatment, and compliance services, helping organisations protect public health and meet regulatory standards.

We are a forward-thinking, growth-focused business that invests in our people, our technology, and our future. Joining us means becoming part of a supportive team where your skills, ideas, and career ambitions are valued and nurtured.

NSI Commercial Buildings Solutions has an exciting opportunity for a Water Hygiene Engineer to join our expanding team.

The main location for this role will be West Sussex, though there may be occasional requirements to work further afield. The ideal candidate will be based within one hour’s commute of West Sussex.

We are an ambitious, growing company that invests in our people. We offer:

• In-house and external training opportunities
• Genuine career development and progression pathways
• The chance to work on a variety of projects with a supportive, professional team

If you’re looking to grow your skills and build a rewarding career in the water hygiene industry, we’d love to hear from you.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct temperature monitoring in line with ACOP L8 / HSG 274 control regimes
• Carry out water sampling for laboratory analysis
• Perform shower cleans and disinfections
• Service, calibrate, and replace TMVs (Thermostatic Mixing Valves)
• Clean and disinfect Cold Water Storage Tanks (CWST)
• Inspect and survey CWSTs and water heaters
• Undertake plumbing remedial works (depending on experience and qualifications)

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• Full UK driving licence
• Excellent timekeeping
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Good basic understanding of ACOP L8 & HSG 274 Part 2
• Ability to complete paperwork & make recommendations from Service Visits
• A keenness to progress and take on additional training
• NVQ level 2 or equivalent in Plumbing (desirable)
• Be able to pass an enhanced DBS

Working for us means:

• The salary is between £26,000 & £35,000 per year, depending on your professional experience
• Overtime available 
• Holidays - 25 days + statutory days 
• Company Van & Fuel Card
• Probationary Period – 6 months
• Pension – Can join immediately or auto enrolled after 3 months - Employee 5% and Employer 5% via salary sacrifice
• Eligible to join Private Healthcare after successfully completing probation
• Enrolled in Group Income Protection and Death in Service (4 x basic salary) upon commencement of employment
• Notice – 1 week during probation, increasing to 1 month thereafter

Nijhuis Saur Industries UK & Ireland are committed to maintaining Environmental & Social Impact goals:

To reach Net Zero emissions across our value chain by 2040.
To continuously meet high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, accountability, maintaining B-Corp Certification.
To be a socially responsible company creating a positive impact to all stakeholders including workers, communities, customers, and our planet.

Nijhuis Saur Industries UK & Ireland are an equal opportunity employer; we are committed to providing equal opportunities in all aspects of employment in line with the Equality Act 2010.

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