Engineer Mechanical (Level 3) Highpoint

Gov Facility Services Ltd (GFSL; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement 25 days + Bank Hol

Death in Service 4x salary

Private GP consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Gov Facility Services Ltd (GFSL) seeks a Mechanical Engineer/Plumber (NVQ Level 3 equivalents) to join the team at HMP Highpoint. You will work on-site to maintain heating and water systems within a Category C prison, joining a skilled trades team and contributing to a safe, secure environment.

Applicants should have at least two years as a plumber, familiarity with Water Regulations L8, and knowledge of planned preventive maintenance. On-call duties apply, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' experience as a plumber or in an equivalent role.
• Familiar with Water Supply Regulations and Control of Legionella (L8) requirements.
• Good working knowledge of planned preventive maintenance (PPM) operations and health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain heating, water, and building services systems on a prison site.
• Work within the Facilities Maintenance Team to ensure safe, secure operations.
• Collaborate with Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters and other colleagues to support site safety.

Skills

Two years experience

PPM knowledge

Health & safety awareness

Water Regulations L8

Education

City & Guilds Level 3

Diploma in Plumbing and Heating

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Domestic Plumbing and Heating

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Engineering Maintenance

Job description

Location: HMP Highpoint, CB8 9YGSalary: £44,688.50Contract: Full Time, 39 hours, Permanent

We are seeking an NVQ Level 3 qualified Plumber to join our team at HMP Highpoint a Category C & Adult/Male, as a Mechanical Engineer.

Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues. We work Monday to Friday + On call, supporting one another to maintain a safe, secure, and respectful environment.

HMP Highpoint operates like a self-contained city, requiring a wide range of services to run smoothly. As part of the Facilities Maintenance Team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the prison operates safely and effectively. The work we do has a direct impact on prisoners, staff, visitors, and the wider community.

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will work alongside skilled and committed colleagues including Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, Cleaners, Administrators, and other professionals, all focused on maintaining a safe and secure environment.

We are a Ministry of Justice business and provide critical and time-bound services to HMPPS. We are looking for a Plumber to join us as a Mechanical Engineer with one of the following NVQ Level 3 qualifications, along with a suitable combination of skills:

Qualifications - NVQ Level 3 equivalentsCity & Guilds - Level 3 (one of the following routes):

• Plumbing & Domestic Heating- 6189, 5962, 6032- Heating & Ventilation- 6288-31, 6188, 6088, 6018- Mechanical Engineering Services / Plumbing- 6009, 6019- Engineering Maintenance 214EAL
• Diploma in Plumbing and Heating- 603/4028/9 or 600/8595/2BPEC
• Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Domestic Plumbing and Heating- 600/6863/2ETA
• Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Engineering Maintenance- 600/2253/X

Other Requirements

• Experience working on commercial or industrial heating, water, or building services systems
• Minimum two years' experience working as a plumber or in an equivalent role
• Familiar with and able to work to Water Supply Regulations and Control of Legionella (L8) requirements
• Good working knowledge of planned preventive maintenance (PPM) operations and health and safety requirements

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.

Pride In People.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.

Future Plans.GFSL has been notified by it's 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 complete transfer to a private sector provider/providers no sooner than August 2027.

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