Engineer-Combustion Lewes

Government Facility Services Ltd; Lewes; On-site; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Lewes is seeking an experienced Engineer - Combustion to ensure safety and efficiency in a prison setting. The ideal candidate has at least two years of relevant experience and familiarity with gas and plumbing regulations. This full-time position offers a salary of £41,818.21 with additional benefits, including 25 holiday days and various private services. Join a dedicated team committed to inclusivity and safety.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Private GP consultations

Death in Service at 4x salary

Qualifications

• Two years experience working as a heating or combustion engineer.
• Ability to work to Water Supply Regulation and Control of Legionella L8 requirements.
• Experience with commercial catering gas appliances preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the safe operation of the site.
• Collaborate with various trades for maintenance improvements.
• Contribute to a secure environment for all.

Skills

Heating engineer experience

Gas Safe regulations knowledge

Health & Safety knowledge

Organizational skills

Time management

People skills

Education

City & Guilds 6035 (Plumbing)

City & Guilds 6189 (Plumbing and heating)

NVQ level 3 in Plumbing

CCN1 - Core domestic gas safety

COCN1 - Core commercial gas safety certificate

Job description

Overview

Job Role: Engineer - Combustion

Location: HMP Lewes

Salary: £41,818.21

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time, 39hrs

We are seeking a dedicated Engineer - Combustion to join our team at HMP Lewes, a CATEGORY & Male Adult prison.

We are a Ministry of Justice business and provide critical and time-bound services to HMPPS. Joining us is your chance to help ensure prisons are secure and safe for prisoners and prison staff alike, and to play your part in helping prisoners reintegrate into society.

Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, and a range of non-contractual benefits are provided. These range from Death in Service at 4x salary, to access to private GP consultations and an Employee Assistance Programme that offers counselling and information services for preventative care and to help employees in a crisis. There are also a range of financial reward mechanisms and access to retailer discounts.

We are a dynamic team that values safety, inclusivity, and career progression, with a strong focus on making a difference in the lives of staff and those in our care.

Responsibilities

• Join the Facilities Maintenance Team to support and drive the smooth and safe operation of the site.
• Collaborate with colleagues across trades (Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, Cleaners, Administrators) to deliver maintenance and safety improvements.
• Contribute to a safe and secure environment for prisoners, staff, and visitors.

Qualifications

• Two years experience working in a role as a heating engineer, a combustion engineer or equivalent.
• Familiar with and able to work to Water Supply Regulation and Control of Legionella L8 requirements.
• Familiar with and able to work to Gas Safe (installation and use) regulations 1998 and associated industry standards.
• Experience of working with commercial catering gas appliances would be beneficial.
• Plumber qualified to C&G 6035 (Plumbing), C&G 6189 (Plumbing and heating) and NVQ level 3 in Plumbing or equivalent.
• CCN1 - Core domestic gas safety and relevant domestic appliance units.
• COCN1 - Core commercial gas safety certificate and relevant commercial units.
• Good Health & Safety knowledge.
• Excellent organisational, time management and people skills.

About GFSL

Explore a varied and rewarding career at GFSL. Welcome to careers at Gov Facilities Services Limited (GFSL). We champion diversity and provide an inclusive workplace where every employee has a voice, belongs, and can be their true self.

GFSL has been notified by its shareholder (MOJ) that the provision of FM services will in future be delivered by the private sector. This means that following a successful procurement process, GFSL's services will transfer to a private sector provider/providers in Spring 2026. As the programme unfolds, we will learn more.