Legionella Consultant

Legionella Consultant - UK (Hybrid / Office-Based Options Available)Salary: Competitive + benefits + structured career progression

A globally recognised environmental risk management consultancy is seeking a Legionella Consultant to join its expanding UK team. Established by leading microbiologists and water safety specialists, the organisation has built a reputation as one of the world's foremost authorities in the control and management of Legionnaires' disease and water-borne pathogens.

With a strong presence across the UK and internationally, the business continues to grow-offering an excellent opportunity for a Legionella Consultant looking to develop within a highly technical, consultancy-led environment.

This position is firmly consultancy-focused, offering a strategic and advisory role rather than hands-on, site-intensive work. As a Legionella Consultant, you will provide independent, impartial advice to a prestigious client base, supporting the development and implementation of robust water safety and risk management strategies.

You will work with a diverse portfolio of clients, including blue-chip organisations, defence, healthcare, and large-scale commercial operations, delivering high-level consultancy services that shape best practice across the industry.

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• Delivering Legionella Risk Assessments and technical reviews
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• Providing water safety and risk management advisory services
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• Supporting clients in developing and implementing Water Safety Plans
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• Interpreting microbiological data and advising on risk mitigation strategies
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• Producing high-quality technical reports and guidance documentation
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• Delivering client training and contributing to accredited courses
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• Engaging with stakeholders across a wide range of sectors
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• Supporting compliance with UK regulations and LCA standards
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• Consultancy-led position - not tool-based or heavily site-dependent
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• Exposure to complex, high-value projects across multiple industries
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• Work with a business known for independent, expert advice
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• Opportunity to contribute to innovative approaches and evolving technologies in water safety
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The company is committed to developing its people and offers a clear and structured progression pathway from Consultant through to Senior and Principal level. As a Legionella Consultant, you will benefit from:

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• Industry-leading training programmes (including accredited courses)
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• Ongoing professional development and mentoring
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• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and methodologies
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• Opportunities to specialise and advance within a globally respected consultancy
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• Experience in Legionella / water hygiene / water safety consultancy
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• Strong understanding of UK Legionella guidance (ACoP L8, HSG274, etc.)
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• Excellent analytical and report writing skills
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• Confident communicator with client-facing experience
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• Ambitious and motivated to progress within a consultancy environment
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• Join a market-leading, globally recognised consultancy
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• Work with a prestigious and varied client base
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• Be part of a company that sets the highest standards in water safety
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• Enjoy a supportive, professional environment with genuine career progression
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• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
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Interested?For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:Amir GharaatiPenguin Recruitment