Water Commissioning Engineer
Reading | Basingstoke | Oxford | Thatcham Area
Company Vehicle | Bonus Scheme | Full Training Provided
Looking for more than just another engineering job?
At Water Hygiene Solutions, we're growing—and we're looking for practical, motivated engineers who want a career with real progression, interesting projects, and the freedom to work independently.
Whether you're currently working in engineering, maintenance, utilities, construction, facilities management, or another hands-on technical role, we'll provide the specialist training you need to become a skilled Water Commissioning Engineer.
This is a role where no two days are the same. One week you could be supporting a major infrastructure project, the next commissioning water systems for prestigious commercial developments, sporting events, or critical facilities across the UK.
Why Join Us? Invest in Your Future
We're committed to developing our people. Many of our engineers joined with little or no water industry experience and have gone on to build successful careers with us.
✔ Full industry training provided
✔ Structured career progression
✔ Ongoing professional development
✔ Supportive and experienced management team
Work on Projects That Matter
Our engineers work on some of the UK's most exciting and high-profile projects, including major infrastructure developments, national events, and commercial facilities.
Be Trusted to Do Your Job
We believe in supporting our engineers—not micromanaging them. You'll have the tools, training, and backing to work independently while being part of a close-knit team that always has your back.
What You'll Receive
- Starting salary from £27,000 per year, with higher salaries available depending on experience and regular pay reviews linked to training completion and competency milestones
- Performance-related bonus scheme
- Fully equipped company vehicle and fuel card
- Company laptop and mobile phone
- Industry-leading equipment and PPE
- 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Private healthcare after 12 months
- Employee wellbeing programme
- Genuine long-term career opportunities
What You'll Be Doing
As a Water Commissioning Engineer, you'll play a key role in ensuring water systems are safe, compliant, and operating correctly.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Commissioning new water mains to WIS and TGN 2 standards
- Cleaning and disinfecting cold water storage tanks
- Disinfecting domestic water systems
- Water sampling and temperature monitoring
- Supporting Legionella control programmes
- Producing accurate digital reports and records
- Travelling throughout the UK to support projects
What We're Looking For
You don't need previous water industry experience—we're more interested in finding the right person.
You'll be a good fit if you:
- Have experience in engineering, maintenance, construction, utilities, water hygiene, or another practical hands-on role
- Enjoy problem solving and working independently
- Take pride in producing high-quality work
- Are comfortable using mobile devices and digital reporting systems
- Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Hold a full UK Driving Licence
- Are happy to travel and stay away from home when required
Essential Requirements
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Right to work in the United Kingdom
- Willingness to travel throughout the UK as required
- Comfortable with extensive driving and occasional overnight stays
Join a Company That Values Its Engineers
At Water Hygiene Solutions, our engineers are at the heart of everything we do. We provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to build a rewarding career in a specialist industry that continues to grow year after year.
If you're looking for a role with variety, responsibility, career progression, and the chance to work on some of the UK's most interesting projects, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and start building your future with Water Hygiene Solutions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £27,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Private medical insurance
Application question(s):
- This role requires a lot of driving, and the applicant must be willing to drive nationwide as and when the work requires.
Experience:
- engineering / hands on work: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
