Legionella Consultant

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Legionella Consultant - UK (Hybrid / Office-Based Options Available)

Salary: Competitive + benefits + structured career progression

A globally recognised environmental risk management consultancy is seeking a Legionella Consultant to join its expanding UK team. Established by leading microbiologists and water safety specialists, the organisation has built a reputation as one of the world's foremost authorities in the control and management of Legionnaires' disease and water-borne pathogens.

With a strong presence across the UK and internationally, the business continues to grow-offering an excellent opportunity for a Legionella Consultant looking to develop within a highly technical, consultancy-led environment.

About the Role

This position is firmly consultancy-focused, offering a strategic and advisory role rather than hands-on, site-intensive work. As a Legionella Consultant, you will provide independent, impartial advice to a prestigious client base, supporting the development and implementation of robust water safety and risk management strategies.

You will work with a diverse portfolio of clients, including blue-chip organisations, defence, healthcare, and large-scale commercial operations, delivering high-level consultancy services that shape best practice across the industry.

Key Responsibilities

Delivering Legionella Risk Assessments and technical reviews

Providing water safety and risk management advisory services

Supporting clients in developing and implementing Water Safety Plans

Interpreting microbiological data and advising on risk mitigation strategies

Producing high-quality technical reports and guidance documentation

Delivering client training and contributing to accredited courses

Engaging with stakeholders across a wide range of sectors

Supporting compliance with UK regulations and LCA standards

What Sets This Role Apart

Consultancy-led position - not tool-based or heavily site-dependent

Exposure to complex, high-value projects across multiple industries

Work with a business known for independent, expert advice

Opportunity to contribute to innovative approaches and evolving technologies in water safety

Training & Career Development

The company is committed to developing its people and offers a clear and structured progression pathway from Consultant through to Senior and Principal level. As a Legionella Consultant, you will benefit from:

Industry-leading training programmes (including accredited courses)

Ongoing professional development and mentoring

Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and methodologies

Opportunities to specialise and advance within a globally respected consultancy

About You

Experience in Legionella / water hygiene / water safety consultancy

Strong understanding of UK Legionella guidance (ACoP L8, HSG274, etc.)

Excellent analytical and report writing skills

Confident communicator with client-facing experience

Ambitious and motivated to progress within a consultancy environment

Why Join?

Join a market-leading, globally recognised consultancy

Work with a prestigious and varied client base

Be part of a company that sets the highest standards in water safety

Enjoy a supportive, professional environment with genuine career progression

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Interested?

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

Amir Gharaati

Penguin Recruitment

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