Deputy Authorising Engineer (Water)

  • Randstad Construction & Property
  • Sep 04, 2025
Full time Construction

Job Description

Our client are looking for a Deputy Authorising Engineer (Water) to join our team. The role includes working in the following locations; London, South East, South West, Midlands, East Anglia and Manchester so they are seeking candidates based in these areas. This is a permanent, full-time role, working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a salary banding of 45,000 - 55,000 per annum, dependent upon skills and experience, company vehicle and benefits package.

What will you deliver?

  • To act as Deputy Authorising Engineer in Water Services, Safe Water, Water Hygiene and Treatment

  • Ensure identification of appropriate training, assessment, and auditing of Responsible Persons for Water and any other disciplines to which you have been appointed

  • Responsible for assisting with the management of the my client's E&S Safety Rules and Procedures for Water Services; in line with company policies and changes in legislation. To write written schemes of control and associated documentation
  • Provide technical and engineering support and coaching as necessary to ensure all Responsible Persons are able to carry out their duties; and to assist in the development of RP/CP to ensure a balanced succession plan
  • Carry out internal or external auditing activities as required; to include evaluation of subcontractor documentation and service reports
  • Provide guidance and support on technical issues as required to appointed projects and contracts



Who are you?

  • Direct or indirect Responsible (or Authorised) Person experience in Water Services. (Indirect would include support of an RP/AP as a service provider)

  • Apprentice trained or NVQ/HNC, ideally degree-qualified in a relevant discipline

  • Experience working within an M&E maintenance environment
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer/client relationship skills
  • Valid driving licence
  • Direct or indirect Responsible (or Authorised) Person experience in Healthcare Water Services and/or Evaporative Cooling Systems (Desirable)
  • Healthcare experience (knowledge of HTMs) (Desirable)

  • Knowledge and experience in water hygiene and treatment, including closed water systems, swimming & spa pools, and steam boilers (Desirable)
  • Professional qualifications or recognized membership (MWMSoc, MIoW, or MIHEEM, for example) (Desirable)

  • Knowledge and experience of Ventilation Systems (Desirable)

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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