Outside IR35) £550 LTD

Seeking an experienced and highly competent Water Hygiene Improvement Consultant to lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive water hygiene improvement programme across a diverse estate portfolio. The successful candidate will demonstrate a proven record of delivering measurable risk reduction in complex local authority environments, covering both housing and non-housing assets.

Responsiblities:

* Act as the Responsible Person for ACOP L8 management and oversee all associated compliance activities

* Author, review, and maintain Legionella Management Plans and implement effective Written Schemes of Control

* Manage significant water asset lifecycle budgets, ensuring value for money and long-term resilience

* Conduct detailed risk assessments and technical audits to ensure statutory compliance across the Council’s estate

* Oversee and evaluate contractor performance to ensure consistently high-quality service delivery

* Prepare performance specifications and scoping documents for planned works and improvement projects

* Lead on resident-safety-focused projects, including the specification and delivery of complex refits, particularly for vulnerable residents

The experience you will bring:

* HNC/HND in a related discipline

* ACOP L8 certification in Water Hygiene

* Level 3 Award in Legionella Control for Responsible Persons (RQF) or equivalent

* Extensive experience in water hygiene risk management within local authority or comparably complex environments

* Demonstrable expertise in statutory compliance, technical auditing, and contractor oversight

* Strong project and contract management capabilities with experience specifying and overseeing complex refurbishment programmes

* Good working knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

* Level 2–3 plumbing qualifications

* BOHS P901: Legionella Management or HABC Level 2 Award in Legionella Awareness – Hot and Cold Water Systems

* Experience working within local authority environments

* Strong commercial awareness and understanding of performance/project management

* Proficient user of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook and Teams

* Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex issues to non-technical stakeholders

* Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance, and safety standards

* Experience managing remedial works and developing practical solutions