Water Treatment Technician – Mobile

EQUANS is looking for a Water Treatment Technician (Tier 2) to join our team based in Reading on a permanent basis. This is a full time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle and benefits package. 

Representing EQUANS Technical Compliance Services as a Water Treatment Engineer and/or Risk Assessor to execute the self-delivery of all Water Treatment services across London, South and South East of the UK. 

Interpersonal skills will be key to gaining the trust and confidence of all Clients, effectively working with the Technical team supported by Schedulers and Contract Administrators to efficiently deliver Water Treatment Planned and remedial works utilising system tools. As this is not extensive job description you may be required to perform other duties as directed by the management. Willing to work overtime is essential.

As a Tier 2 Water Treatment Technician – You will encompass Tier 1 (Temperature Monitoring, Showerhead Descales, Cold Water Storage Tank Inspections and Cleans, Cooling Tower Clean and Disinfections, TMV Servicing, Water Sampling) and Tier 2 (Dosing of Inhibitor and Biocide, LTHW Systems Testing and Analysis)

What will you deliver? 

• Undertake legionella risk assessments to a high standard in line with the latest version of the Approved Code of Practice (ACOP) L8 (Fourth edition) and its associated technical guidance documents of HSG274 and the British standard code of practice for Risk assessing BS8580-1 2019. 
• Carry out Legionella Risk Assessments manually and electronically. 
• Drawing of schematic diagrams. 
• Provide technical support where required. 
• Ensure that Legionella Risk Assessments paperwork and reports are completed correctly and returned within agreed KPI timescales. 
• Assist in providing information for quotations including undertaking site surveys.
• Complete work reports either via a day works sheet or Planon in a timely manner.
• First point for customers on site.
• Attend client meetings as and when required.
• Liaise with procurement for material purchases using preferred supplier’s list. 
• Ensure purchases made on the purchase card are recorded with receipts promptly.
• Ensure expenses are submitted for timely payment.
• Ensure timesheets are submitted on a weekly basis.
• Ensure full cooperation and coordination with Helpdesk team.
• Be available for out of hours work as required.
• Be able to cover sites during absence as directed by Technical Manager. 
• Carryout remedial works in response to quoted works.
• Carry out PPM service visits using appropriate tools and systems.
• Ensure all site L8 logbooks where acting as the Primary Technician are in date and accurate HSQE (Health, Safety, Quality and Environment).
• Comply with reasonable requests for information from SHEQ manager.
• Ensure all PPE is worn.
• Ensure works are completed in line with Company RAMs.
• Maintain professional and courteous conduct at all times with colleagues, peers and stakeholders/clients. 

What can we offer you? 

On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle and benefits package, which includes; 

• 24 days annual leave increasing to 25 days once 2 years service is reached.(+ public holidays).
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary.
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers.
• Gym membership discounts.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Holiday purchase scheme.
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year.
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes.
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme.
• Access to our growing employee networks.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app.

Who are we looking for? 

• City and Guilds or NVQ equivalent qualification relevant to the appropriate Tier grading under job specific.
• At least 1 year’s post qualification experience.
• Up to date knowledge of technical regulations including Water Supply Regulations/Byelaws, L8 ACOP. HSG274 and any other relevant guidance.
• *For risk assessing* City and Guilds training and extensive knowledge of the Approved Code of Practice (ACOP) L8 (Fourth edition), its associated technical guidance documents of HSG274 and British Standard code of practice for risk assessing, BS8580-1 2019. 
• Fault diagnosis and resolution.
• Be computer / PDA literate
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to manage both customer and team member expectations.
• Ability to prioritise and organise.

Who are we? 

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.   

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables. 

EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live. 

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company. 

What’s next? 

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. 

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.  

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. 

The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.