About Environment & Safety

SOCOTEC’s Environment and Safety team provides expert environmental, health and safety consultancy and compliance services that help organisations manage risk, protect people and safeguard the environment. Our services include environmental monitoring and consultancy, water safety and hygiene solutions with Legionella risk assessments and water system management, fire safety consultancy and inspections, occupational hygiene assessments and workplace exposure monitoring, and specialist advisory support on regulatory and sustainability challenges. We use industry-leading tools and science-based approaches to deliver accurate data, practical guidance and innovative solutions that ensure compliance with UK legislation, minimise environmental impact and create healthier, safer workplaces for clients

What's in it for you?

Your expertise deserves recognition. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more), an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition programmes, family-friendly support, exclusive retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, and an enhanced company pension. SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.

REPORTING OFFICER - Bretby

Are you interested in water hygiene and environmental safety? This could be your opportunity to excel as a Reporting Officer, playing a vital role in supporting SOCOTEC's continued success.

As SOCOTEC grows, so do our teams. We're looking for a dedicated Reporting Officer to join our Environment & Safety Division and wear the SOCOTEC badge with pride.

We are seeking a proactive, reliable, and flexible Reporting Officer to join our water hygiene team at Bretby. In this role, you'll need the confidence to work independently, alongside the ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team. A background in administration and typing work, along with knowledge of water hygiene services, is essential to thrive in this position.

The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):

• Producing schematic drawings for inclusion in legionella risk assessment reports using AutoCAD
• Undertaking typing as required, typically legionella risk assessments
• Maintaining and updating spreadsheets with site work completion and reports to ensure deadlines are met and invoicing is accurate
• Assisting with administration tasks including preparing quotations, checking delivery dockets/bills, and raising purchase requisitions
• Authorising invoices for payment and booking site visits for field-based staff
• Booking accommodation for field staff away on jobs and arranging cars/vans for site travel
• Logging information from staff timesheets and other general administrative duties as required
• Any other duty or work reasonably requested by the Employer

To be a successful Reporting Officer, you should be able to demonstrate:

• Competence in the use of Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel
• Excellent attention to detail • Experience in administration and typing work environments
• Good communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Ability to work well under pressure with a focus on deadlines

Desirable:

• Water hygiene/legionella control knowledge
• Experience in AutoCAD

Why SOCOTEC?

Join a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. At SOCOTEC UK, we're not just delivering services - we're shaping the future of testing, inspection, and certification across the nation.

What sets us apart? Our people. We've built our reputation on attracting exceptional talent like you and empowering them to deliver excellence at every turn. Our comprehensive range of TIC services means you'll have the opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter.

In this role, you won't just be another employee - you'll be a key player in our continued success story. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of building a safer, more sustainable world, while you grow your career alongside some of the industry's finest professionals.

Your Career, Your Way

Build a traditional career path or explore opportunities across multiple disciplines - all within SOCOTEC. Your choice, your direction.

Work Your Way

Local, national, or global projects. Office-based, remote, or hybrid. We offer the flexibility that empowers you to perform at your best.

Committed to Your Growth

From day one, you'll have access to comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programs. We support every step of your professional journey. #YouGrowWeGrow

Think you've got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.