Job Description

Job Introduction

Compliance & Water Engineer

Salary -

35,235 - 39,513 (Grade 6)

Hours - 37

Contract type - Full time, permanent

We are looking to recruit a dynamic and motivated engineer, to work within the Projects and Works Service, part of the City Assets Directorate within the City of Wolverhampton Council. The engineer will be required to fulfil a variety of compliance roles at various corporate and school buildings in and around the Wolverhampton area.


This role would ideally suit an enthusiastic mechanical/plumbing based engineer/installer who has a very good understanding of water hygiene and strong proficiency knowledge of Microsoft outlook and excel.


If you are an engineer looking to progress your career into the local authority facilities maintenance, then this is the ideal opportunity for you to take that step from onsite installation work to a predominately office based contract management team.

Duties include

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Supporting the team to ensure Council buildings comply with ACOP L8 and HSG-274 Monitoring the Councils Legionella online report tracker and organising the remedial work Supporting the team in arranging and monitoring Legionella risk assessments, TMV services, disinfections, Legionella samples, etc. Completing site visits and provide technical expertise and support Arranging repair costs to gain compliance Extensive knowledge of complex commercial and domestic water systems Ability to work unsupervised but part of a team Ability to manage and motivate Contractors

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Relevant qualification (listed in the person specification) or relevant equivalent experience Experience in water hygiene industry L8 Awareness and Legionella Responsible training Good interpersonal skills and team orientated Full UK driving licence

If you feel you have the skills we are looking for and a great career with the local authority, please complete the application. If you would like an informal conversation regarding the role please contact


John.Sherrard2@wolverhampton.gov.uk 01902 555762 or James.ORourke@wolverhampton.gov.uk 01902 553379 for a confidential discussion.


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Our working arrangements

All council roles are allocated to either a fixed, field or flexible work style. Some roles are agile which enable and empower employees to maximise their performance and productivity, whilst maintaining a healthy work life balance. Roles with a fixed workstyle work in a fixed permanent council location. Roles with a field workstyle are usually allocated where employees are required to be out working in the community with a minimum requirement for 'touch down' space at any council location. Roles with a flexible workstyle have a flexible base location to meet the needs of the business and employees can work from a mixture of home or any council office, partner/client, or external location, as required to meet service requirements.


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Diversity

We are committed to building a workforce that is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We want to attract the best applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups because we strongly believe in adding value through diversity, inclusion, and equality. Our employees enable us to deliver services that are accessible, inclusive, and reflective of Wolverhampton residents.


Our status as a Disability Confident Employer showcases our commitment to people with disabilities or health conditions, advocating for their opportunities and potential.


We've received the Stonewall Gold Award, emphasising our dedication to the LGBT+ community by nurturing an inspiring, inclusive, and equal workplace.


As of March 2023, the RACE Code Quality Mark signifies our active engagement with racial equality. These recognitions validate our continuous efforts towards fostering an inclusive work environment that respects and values our diverse employees.


As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the essential criteria for the post.


We encourage, inspire and value an inclusive culture here at the council where employees can flourish, thrive and be themselves. We have four staff equality forums for employees to join. These help to ensure our employees have a voice, they feel empowered to speak up and where everyone is treated with respect - Learn more about the staff equality forums

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Recruitment of Ex-Offenders

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