Water Technician - Level 1

Join Mitie - the future of high performing places. ROLE: Water Technician - Level 1 LOCATION: Derby CONTRACT: Full Time At Marlowe Environmental Services - Part of a Mitie Company, our people are our greatest strength, and our promise is to create a place to work where you can thrive and be your best every day. We're looking for a Water Technician who will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and monitoring of water treatment systems, ensuring water safety and full regulatory compliance across customer sites. Mitie is an accredited Real Living Wage Employer, meaning every role is paid at or above the independently calculated Real Living Wage, reflecting our commitment to fair pay and responsible employment. Role Responsibilities

• Complete allocated water hygiene jobs within agreed timescales, following method statements and company procedures.
• Accurately complete and submit electronic documentation in real time.
• Maintain high compliance standards, with no more than one audit failure per year.
• Complete Level 1 water hygiene tasks including:
+ TMV valve servicing (fail-safe and strip-down) + Cooling tower and tank cleaning (as supporting operative) + Tank inspections + Temperature monitoring and accurate data recording + Domestic system sampling and laboratory submissions + Showerhead cleaning, descaling, and flushing of little-used outlets
• Ensure all work adheres to Health & Safety requirements, safe working practices, and client protocols.
• Maintain tools and equipment to ensure they are safe and fit for purpose.
• Liaise professionally with client representatives and report key issues to the Field Manager.
• Complete BSRIA Chemistry and BSRIA Micro Sampling when required.
Required Qualifications Applicants must meet the below defined requirements for the role.
• Basic knowledge of water treatment and water hygiene processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Good literacy, communication, and customer-service skills.
• Competent with time management, administration, and use of mobile/tablet applications.
• Valid UK driving licence and ability to pass DBS/security checks.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
What's in it for you?
• Access to Mitie's Choices lifestyle benefits platform, including extra holiday purchase, dental and critical illness cover, and technology schemes.
• Virtual GP service for you and your household.
• Financial wellbeing support through Salary Finance, including access to earned pay before payday.
• MiDeals high-street discounts, gym offers, and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Life cover up to 4× salary, enhanced pension contributions, save-as-you-earn scheme, and the Mitie Matching Share Plan with free-share potential.
• Recognition through Mitie Stars, including monthly cash prizes and a £10,000 annual award.
• Extensive training, learning resources, and continuous development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work for the UK's leading FM and professional services provider across critical sites.
  
  Applicants must meet the below defined requirements for the role.
• Basic knowledge of water treatment and water hygiene processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Good literacy, communication, and customer-service skills.
• Competent with time management, administration, and use of mobile/tablet applications.
• Valid UK driving licence and ability to pass DBS/security checks.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
  
  Access to Mitie's Choices lifestyle benefits platform, including extra holiday purchase, dental and critical illness cover, and technology schemes.
• Virtual GP service for you and your household.
• Financial wellbeing support through Salary Finance, including access to earned pay before payday.
• MiDeals high-street discounts, gym offers, and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Life cover up to 4× salary, enhanced pension contributions, save-as-you-earn scheme, and the Mitie Matching Share Plan with free-share potential.
• Recognition through Mitie Stars, including monthly cash prizes and a £10,000 annual award.
• Extensive training, learning resources, and continuous development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work for the UK's leading FM and professional services provider across critical sites.