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

25 days holidays + Bank Holidays

Death in Service 4x salary

Private GP consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Retailer discounts

Job summary

Gov Facilities Services Limited (GFSL) is seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineer (Plumber) at HMP Highpoint to maintain heating, water, and building services. You will join a team of skilled trades ensuring safe and compliant operation within a Category C prison environment.

The role requires NVQ Level 3 equivalents, with two years' experience as a plumber, and a focus on safety, maintenance planning, and regulatory compliance. Lively, on-call support is part of the schedule.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent plumbing qualifications with relevant routes.
• Experience working on commercial or industrial heating, water and building services systems.
• Knowledge of Water Supply Regulations and Legionella (L8).
• Experience with planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and health & safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain heating, water and building services systems within HMP Highpoint.
• Work alongside Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, and other trades to ensure safe, secure operation.
• Contribute to rehabilitation and safety objectives through reliable facilities support.

Skills

Two years plumbing experience

Water regulations and Legionella (L8)

PPM operations

On-call capability

Education

NVQ Level 3 Plumbing/Heating (City & Guilds)

Diploma in Plumbing and Heating (EAL)

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Domestic Plumbing and Heating (BPEC)

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Engineering Maintenance (ETA)

Job description

Location: HMP Highpoint, CB8 9YG

Salary: £44,688.50

Contract: 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.

If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to make a positive difference, we encourage you to apply and join us in supporting rehabilitation and positive change.

Qualifications – NVQ Level 3 Equivalents

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:

City & 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 214

EAL

• Diploma in Plumbing and Heating
• 603/4028/9 or 600/8595/2

BPEC

• Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Domestic Plumbing and Heating
• 600/6863/2

ETA

• 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

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.

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.

Pride in People – Do the Right thing – One Team

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