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Posted 14 August, 2026

Service Engineer - Water Treatment

OP
Reading, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Service Engineer – Water Hygiene & Treatment

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Location: (Field-Based) South East

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Our client, a well-established specialist within the water treatment and water hygiene industry, is seeking a motivated and dynamic Service Engineer to join their growing operations team. With over 30 years’ industry expertise, they are known for delivering high-quality services to a wide range of clients across London and the South.

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The Role

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In this field-based role, you’ll be responsible for delivering a range of water hygiene and treatment services to clients across London and the South. You’ll work on a variety of sites, ensuring systems are safe, compliant, and running efficiently, while representing the business with professionalism and excellent customer service.

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Your key responsibilities will include:

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  • Carrying out water hygiene and treatment tasks such as water sampling, temperature monitoring, tank cleans, disinfections, and showerhead descaling.
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  • Undertaking closed system testing and supporting the commissioning of specialist water treatment equipment.
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  • Ensuring all work is completed in line with current legislation, Health & Safety standards, and company procedures.
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  • Producing accurate reports and maintaining clear communication with both clients and the operations team.
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  • Mentoring and supporting junior engineers to share knowledge and best practice.
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  • Identifying additional remedial works or service opportunities to add value for clients.
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About You

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The ideal candidate will be:

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  • Experienced in water hygiene and/or treatment, with knowledge of systems such as water softeners, chlorine dioxide units, UV systems, or dosing plant (desirable).
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  • Familiar with HSG274 and ACOP L8 (training can be provided).
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  • Ideally holding plumbing and/or electrical qualifications, though not essential.
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  • A strong communicator with good organisational skills and computer literacy (Word, Outlook).
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  • A flexible and reliable team player with at least 2 years’ practical site experience.
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  • Holder of a full UK driving licence.
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What’s On Offer

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  • Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
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  • 22 days annual leave + bank holidays
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  • Access to a company van and fuel card
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  • Bonus scheme & long service awards
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  • Training and career progression via a dedicated academy
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  • Supportive, team-focused culture with opportunities to grow
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Additional Details

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  • 40-hour working week (field-based)
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  • 1 in 3 weekend rota (paid overtime)
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  • Immediate start available
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