Trainee Water Hygiene Engineer

Summary:

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Nijhuis Saur Industries (NSI) is a leading provider of sustainable water and wastewater solutions, delivering innovative services to clients across the UK and internationally. Within our Commercial Building Solutions division, we specialise in water hygiene, treatment, and compliance services, helping organisations protect public health and meet regulatory standards.

We are a forward-thinking, growth-focused business that invests in our people, our technology, and our future. Joining us means becoming part of a supportive team where your skills, ideas, and career ambitions are valued and nurtured.

NSI Commercial Buildings Solutions has an exciting opportunity for an Entry Level Water Hygiene Engineer
to join our expanding team.

You’ll be primarily based in West Sussex, with occasional work further afield. This role is ideal for someone looking to start a career in the water hygiene industry with full training, mentoring, and clear progression opportunities.

We are an ambitious, growing company that invests in our people. We offer:

In-house and external training opportunities

Genuine career development and progression pathways

The chance to work on a variety of projects with a supportive, professional team
If you’re looking to grow your skills and build a rewarding career in the water hygiene industry, we’d love to hear from you.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Flushing of infrequently used outlets.

Conduct temperature monitoring in line with ACOP L8 / HSG 274 control regimes

Carry out water sampling for laboratory analysis

Perform shower cleans and disinfections

Service, calibrate, and replace TMVs (Thermostatic Mixing Valves)

Clean and disinfect Cold Water Storage Tanks (CWST)

Inspect and survey CWSTs and water heaters
Required Skills/Qualifications:

Full UK driving licence

Excellent timekeeping

Strong work ethic and positive attitude

Good basic understanding of ACOP L8 & HSG 274 Part 2

Ability to complete paperwork & make recommendations from Service Visits

A keenness to progress and take on additional training

NVQ level 2 or equivalent in Plumbing – desirable, not essential

Be able to pass an enhanced DBS

Working for us means:

The salary is between £22,000 & £26,000 per year, depending on your professional experience.

Holidays – 25 days + 8 statutory days

Company Van & Fuel Card

Probationary Period – 6 months.

Pension – Can join immediately or auto enrolled after 3 months – Employee 5% and Employer 5% via salary sacrifice.

Eligible to join Private Healthcare after successfully completing probation.

Enrolled in Group Income Protection and Death in Service (4 x basic salary) upon commencement of employment.

Notice – 1 week during probation, increasing to 1 month thereafter.
Nijhuis Saur Industries UK & Ireland are committed to maintaining Environmental & Social Impact goals:

To reach Net Zero emissions across our value chain by 2040.
To continuously meet high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, accountability, maintaining B-Corp Certification.
To be a socially responsible company creating a positive impact to all stakeholders including workers, communities, customers, and our planet.

Nijhuis Saur Industries UK & Ireland are an equal opportunity employer; we are committed to providing equal opportunities in all aspects of employment in line with the Equality Act 2010.

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