Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Water Compliance Manager

The closing date is 28 April 2026

Job summary

Base of work can be either Clough Road in Colchester or Pride House in Basildon.

The post holder will manage all aspects of Water Safety, Water Prevention & Building Management Programmes, Water Safety Training of staff (to all levels and grades) and be responsible for providing specialist complex advice in relation to Water Safety Legislation, Estate Policy and Standard Operating Practice, Places of Work (Water Precautions), L8 Approved Code of Practice both within the Trust and for other clients bodies.

Main duties of the job

Act as the Trust specialist for all Water Safety matters and contribute to the development of Trust Water Strategy and implementation of effective processes and systems :-

Being appointed, via relevant qualification, invitation and acceptance, Trust Responsible person for Water outlined in HTM04-01.

Guided by building, H&S regulations, responsible for water engineering maintenance.

Exchanges maintenance, technical project-related information with specialists, non-specialists; negotiates with water contractors.

Lead on the appointment, via relevant qualification, invitation and acceptance, Trust Authorised Engineer for Water outlined in HTM04-01.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

  • Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
  • Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
  • If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
  • We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.

Benefits

  • 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
  • Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
  • Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
  • £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
  • Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

  • Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
  • Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Details

Date posted

14 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

364-A-9948

Job locations

Clough Road

Colchester

CO4 9QS


Job description

Job responsibilities

Carry out an annual audit with Trusts appointed water Authorised Engineer of water assets on Zetasafe to ensure Trust compliance.

To facilitate appropriate works identified for completion from water management via the Trusts Backlog Maintenance Programme.

Provide technical advice regarding water systems within Estates & Facilities and the wider Trust.

Ensure appropriate maintenance arrangements are in place for water systems across the Trust.

Manage water risk assessment programmes when identified including remedial programme.

Work closely with the Lead within NHS Property Services and PFI Organisations regarding water safety (report and recommendations) where EPUT occupy.

Report all water issues on Datix and inform Head of Compliance and Estates where appropriate.

Organise and attend water management programmes within buildings, where appropriate.

Please refer to the job description for a full list of duties.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Carry out an annual audit with Trusts appointed water Authorised Engineer of water assets on Zetasafe to ensure Trust compliance.

To facilitate appropriate works identified for completion from water management via the Trusts Backlog Maintenance Programme.

Provide technical advice regarding water systems within Estates & Facilities and the wider Trust.

Ensure appropriate maintenance arrangements are in place for water systems across the Trust.

Manage water risk assessment programmes when identified including remedial programme.

Work closely with the Lead within NHS Property Services and PFI Organisations regarding water safety (report and recommendations) where EPUT occupy.

Report all water issues on Datix and inform Head of Compliance and Estates where appropriate.

Organise and attend water management programmes within buildings, where appropriate.

Please refer to the job description for a full list of duties.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Masters level or equivalent in water engineering discipline with extensive experience working within a health setting.
  • In-depth knowledge of UK water regulations, including Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999, Health & Safety at Work Act, and Approved Code of Practice L8 (Legionella Control).

Desirable

  • Additional Authorised Persons qualifications.

Knowledge

Essential

  • At least three years' experience within Estates Department.
  • Good working knowledge in building water services including systems management

Experience

Essential

  • Literate in IT/Computer Skills including CAD.

Desirable

  • Evaluate Zetasafe and compliance systems in line with Trust demands.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Masters level or equivalent in water engineering discipline with extensive experience working within a health setting.
  • In-depth knowledge of UK water regulations, including Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999, Health & Safety at Work Act, and Approved Code of Practice L8 (Legionella Control).

Desirable

  • Additional Authorised Persons qualifications.

Knowledge

Essential

  • At least three years' experience within Estates Department.
  • Good working knowledge in building water services including systems management

Experience

Essential

  • Literate in IT/Computer Skills including CAD.

Desirable

  • Evaluate Zetasafe and compliance systems in line with Trust demands.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Clough Road

Colchester

CO4 9QS


Employer's website

https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Clough Road

Colchester

CO4 9QS


Employer's website

https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of Compliance Estates & Facilities

Stephen Talbott

Stephen.Talbott@NHS.net

Details

Date posted

14 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

364-A-9948

Job locations

Clough Road

Colchester

CO4 9QS


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