Water Hygiene Plumber

Water Hygiene Plumber

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Company
ECG
Location
Glasgow
Salary
£30k–£36k a year
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Summary

Established in 1994, ECG Facilities Services is a leading provider of Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) maintenance across the UK. With a strong presence in the commercial, retail and industrial sectors, ECG also delivers specialist services in water hygiene and managed services - operating 24/7, 365 days a year.

With over 30 years of industry expertise and a workforce of more than 400 employees, ECG operates nationwide from its headquarters in Blantyre, Glasgow, supported by strategically located offices across the UK. Now part of the Mecsia Group, ECG continues to set the standard in facilities maintenance through innovation, real-time technology, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

At ECG, we value the strength that comes from a diverse team. We are proud to promote equality, embrace inclusion, and stand firmly against discrimination in the workplace.

Package & Benefits

Location: Glasgow

Salary: £30k - £36k per annum (DOE)

Hours: 40 hours per week

Company Benefits
• Pension scheme
• Wellbeing Benefits
• 25 days holiday (not including bank holidays)
• Overtime

Essential duties & responsibilities
• Removal, replacement, or modification of dead legs and redundant pipework.
• Installation or replacement of TMVs (thermostatic mixing valves)
• Hot water cylinder and calorifier remedial tasks (e.g., thermostat replacements, drain-downs).
• Pipework rerouting and general plumbing adjustments to improve water flow and minimise risk.
• Replacement of taps, shower heads, hoses, and other fittings.
• Cold water storage tank refurbishment works (where appropriate).
• Temperature monitoring of hot and cold water systems.
• Weekly/monthly flushing of infrequently used outlets.
• TMV servicing, failsafe checks, and calibration.
• Showerhead and hose cleaning/descaling.
• Water tank inspections and basic maintenance.
• Calorifier inspections and internal temperature checks.
• Sampling of water systems for microbiological analysis.

Skills & Qualifications Required

Knowledge & Understanding
• Experience delivering remedial plumbing works in commercial environments.
• Knowledge of Legionella control, L8, and HSG 274 guidance.
• Ability to work independently and manage own workload.
• Strong problem-solving capability and practical mindset.

Qualifications
• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Plumbing OR NVQ Level 3 Plumbing / Advanced craft (desirable).
• City & Guilds Legionella Awareness / Hot & Cold Water Systems (desirable).

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability.
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