Engineer Mechanical (Level 3)

Gov Facilities Services Limited (gfsl); England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A government facilities provider is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the maintenance team in a prison environment. The role requires experience in plumbing and knowledge of heating and water systems. Key qualifications include NVQ level 3 in Plumbing and a solid understanding of health and safety regulations. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday, private GP access, and supportive working conditions.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Death in Service benefit at 4x salary

Access to private GP consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Financial reward mechanisms

Retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Must have at least two years' experience in a related role.
• Familiar with Water Supply Regulation and Legionella L8.
• Good health and safety knowledge is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe operation of facility's heating and water systems.
• Work collaboratively with other trades in a team environment.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety.

Skills

Experience as plumber or equivalent

Knowledge of Water Supply Regulation

Experience with heating and water systems

Knowledge of health and safety requirements

C&G 6035 Plumbing qualification

C&G 6189 Plumbing and heating qualification

NVQ level 3 in Plumbing or equivalent

Good organizational skills

Good time management skills

Excellent people skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated Mechanical Engineer to join our team at a HMP Rochester a Cat C Mens prison.

Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues - we work Monday to Friday (including on call) as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment.

HMP Rochester runs like a self-contained city it takes hundreds of people to keep it functioning, and as the Facilities Maintenance Team we are committed and driving the smooth and safe operation, like a heart that pumps blood through the body, everything we do impacts every prisoner, employee, and visitor, and wider to the families and community.

As a Mechanical Engineer you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues who vary from Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, to Cleaners, and Administrators, and others, who are all dedicated to making a positive difference, providing a safe and secure environment for all.

We are a Ministry of Justice business and provide critical and time-bound services to HMPPS, and are looking for a Mechanical Engineer with any combination of:

• Two years' experience working in a role as a plumber or equivalent
• Be familiar with and able to work to Water Supply Regulation and Control of Legionella L8 requirements
• Experience working on commercial or industrial heating and water systems
• Good working knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements
• Plumber qualified to C&G 6035 (Plumbing), C&G 6189 (Plumbing and heating) and NVQ level 3 in Plumbing or equivalent
• Good Health & Safety knowledge.
• Excellent organisational, time management and people skills., Disability Confident

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If this sounds like you, we would like to hear from you!

Explore a varied and rewarding career at GFSL.

Welcome to careers at Gov Facilities Services Limited (GFSL). 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.

You will find a strong focus on safety, a supportive, inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunity to build your skills and progress.

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We're passionate about promoting greater diversity and creating a workplace and culture where all of our employees have a voice that is heard, feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to be their true selves.

We recognise the value that every single employee brings to the organisation. Everyone's needs at work are different and we are committed to doing our best to satisfy these differences whilst ensuring consistency and fairness for all. We promise to champion diversity and inclusion with ongoing learning and training, as well as career progression opportunities for everyone.

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 Autumn 2026. As the programme unfolds, we will learn more.

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