Legionella Specialist - Compliance

Legionella (Water) Compliance Specialist Location: East London Rate: £450 per day (Inside IR35 - Umbrella) Contract: 3-month rolling The Opportunity We're supporting a housing provider to appoint a Legionella (Water) Compliance Specialist to bring structure, oversight, and technical assurance to a developing compliance area. This is a hands-on role focused on moving the organisation from a fragmented position to clear, confident compliance - combining site-level understanding with strong knowledge of legislation, policy, and best practice. The Role Lead on Legionella compliance across the housing portfolio Review current position and provide a clear gap analysis across policy, process, and delivery Process map end-to-end compliance activity - from risk assessments through to remedial actions Ensure effective response to risk assessments, including tracking and closing actions Oversee delivery of key works such as tank removals, remedials, and system improvements Review and refine policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks Work closely with contractors to assess what's working vs not working Provide practical, delivery-focused oversight - not just advisory Support the organisation to reach a sustainable and auditable compliant position About You Strong working knowledge of Legionella control, relevant legislation, and ACOP L8 guidance Experience in housing, public sector, or complex property portfolios Able to operate across both technical compliance and operational delivery Proven experience managing contractors and remedial programmes Comfortable carrying out site-based reviews and validation activity Able to clearly identify gaps and implement practical, workable solutions Detail-oriented, structured, and confident working independently