Senior Legionella Consultant
About us
We are Vantify. Through our unique compliance ecosystem, we deliver integrated platforms that enhance visibility, increase productivity, and minimise risk. Trusted by multiple leading organisations from property management, education and healthcare sectors our integrated products cover every aspect of compliance, from risk assessments to supply chain management. When everything works together, you can spend more time on other things that matter to your business. That’s why our products have been designed to integrate with each other, helping you save time, maximise performance and maintain compliance.
About the role
This role, reporting directly to the Environmental Consultancy Team Manager, provides an excellent opportunity to join a team of full-time consultants and part-time associates working across the UK. You’ll be delivering first-class consultative services to clients in both the private and public sectors.
Your responsibilities will include planned visits to a variety of commercial properties, often in collaboration with client Facilities or Building Managers. This allows you to engage directly with clients, offering expert advice and guidance on water hygiene issues.
The role offers a great balance, with a mix of client site visits and time working from home for research and report writing, ensuring you can make a meaningful impact both in the field and behind the scenes.
What you’ll be getting up to
- Conduct Comprehensive Legionella Risk Assessments
- Perform detailed risk assessments for domestic hot and cold-water systems, ensuring compliance with the latest standards and guidance.
- Assess the design, condition and usage of water systems to identify potential risks.
- Develop tailored recommendations to mitigate risks and enhance system safety.
- Carry out audits of evaporative cooling systems, reviewing maintenance practices and operational records.
- Draft Detailed Technical Reports.
- Prepare high-quality, technical reports summarizing findings from site visits and assessments.
- Ensure all reports meet industry standards and are completed within agreed-upon timeframes.
- Utilise client management systems for seamless report uploads and efficient communication.
- Collaborate with clients to provide clear, actionable insights and follow-up recommendations.
- Collect and Analyse Microbiological Samples.
- Collect water samples during site visits, adhering to strict protocols to ensure accuracy and reliability.
- Coordinate with our trusted partner laboratory for timely analysis of samples.
- Interpret laboratory results to identify trends or issues, integrating findings into client reports.
- Advise on corrective actions based on sample results, promoting proactive water hygiene management.
- Provide Expert Advice and Guidance.
- Serve as a trusted advisor on all aspects of water hygiene and Legionella control.
- Deliver practical recommendations for system improvements and compliance with regulations.
- Conduct on-site training or awareness sessions for client teams when needed.
- Stay informed about industry developments and legislative changes to keep clients ahead of compliance requirements.
- Client Management: Build and maintain strong client relationships, addressing concerns and ensuring satisfaction.
- Regulatory Compliance: Stay updated on relevant legislation (COSHH, HSE) and ensure all practices meet legal standards.
- Training: Provide on-site training and guidance on safe water system operation and Legionella control and where qualified deliver Legionella Awareness training to clients.
- Risk Mitigation: Recommend control measures and system modifications for Legionella prevention.
- Incident Management: Investigate Legionella outbreaks and implement actions to prevent recurrence.
- Health & Safety: Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations, particularly in high-risk environments.
- Technical Expertise: Apply in-depth knowledge of water treatment and Legionella risk controls.
- Travel Flexibility: Willingness to travel to various sites for scheduled visits and emergencies.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of assessments, audits, and actions taken for compliance.
What we're looking for
The ideal candidate for this role will demonstrate behaviours that reflect our core values. Our colleagues are approachable and optimistic, focusing on solutions. We listen to understand client needs, delivering expert guidance and a high-quality service. We foster collaboration by sharing knowledge openly and supporting others to thrive by sharing well-considered feedback. We continuously strive for improvement by being open to challenge, being curious and focusing on innovation.
In order to excel in this role you need…
Essential
- Solid experience of undertaking legionella risk assessments of domestic water systems / evaporative cooling systems including drawing schematic diagrams
- Good understanding of the Legislation/Guidance surrounding the control of legionella bacteria
- A Science/Engineering degree or similar relevant qualifications
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Good knowledge of IT systems i.e. Microsoft Office
Desired
- Previous experience of working for a similar consultancy
- 5 years industry experience
- Experience in risk assessing and auditing evaporative cooling systems
- Membership of The Water Management Society
- Previous experience using AutoCAD/Visio
- Experience of completing Indoor Air Quality Audits
Why join us?
We put people first—whether it’s our customers or our colleagues. When you join us, you’ll be part of a supportive team that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. We’ll give you the tools and opportunities to succeed, while ensuring you feel valued every step of the way.
Our benefits
We aim to support our colleagues both professionally and personally. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:
- Salary: £35,000 + per annum plus additional benefits including a car allowance and bonus.
- Location: A mixture of field based across the UK and home based
- Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 9-5:30pm
- Annual Leave: 25 days holiday in addition to usual bank holidays.
- Wellbeing – Company sick pay, Health cash plan, gym discounts, cycle to work scheme and an enhanced employee assistance programme
- Financial – salary sacrifice pension scheme and exclusive shopping discounts
- Family – we enhance statutory entitlements for family leave policies, death in service and life events leave
- Community – volunteer days and religious holiday swaps
- Social – we host an annual conference to get the whole business together as well as our team of Social Champions who arrange regular events for inside and outside of work
- Development – we’ll cover the cost of a professional membership fee, support your personal and professional development and provide you with access to our online learning library
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