Engineer Mechanical (Level 3) Huntercombe

Gov Facility Services Limited; Henley-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities service provider is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for HMP Huntercombe. The role involves ensuring the safe operation of heating and water systems, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Applicants should have plumbing qualifications, familiarity with safety regulations, and strong organisational skills. This is a full-time permanent position with a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

25 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays

Death in service benefit

Access to private GP consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Financial reward mechanisms

Retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Two years' experience working in a role as a plumber or equivalent.
• Familiar with Water Supply Regulation and Control of Legionella L8 requirements.
• Experience on commercial or industrial heating and water systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and contribute to the safe operation of heating and water systems.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary facilities team for repairs.
• Support adherence to health and safety requirements.

Skills

Good organisational skills

Strong time management skills

Excellent people skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Education

C&G 6035 (Plumbing)

C&G 6189 (Plumbing and heating)

NVQ level 3 in Plumbing

Job description

Overview

Job Role: Mechanical Engineer
Location: HMP Huntercombe (RG9)
Salary: £41,818.21 (+ an additional 5% basic salary in recognition of shift and weekend working)
Contract: Full time - Perm

Role and team

We are seeking a dedicated Mechanical Engineer to join our team at HMP Huntercombe, a category C male prison. Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues - we work Monday to Sunday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment. HMP Huntercombe 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.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and contribute to the safe operation of heating and water systems in a prison environment.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary facilities team to support repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Support adherence to health and safety requirements and site regulations.
• Assist in ensuring a secure and safe environment for prisoners, staff and visitors.

Qualifications and requirements

• 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.

Additional information

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

About GFSL and opportunities

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.

Benefits and culture

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 focus on safety, a supportive, inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunity to build skills and progress.

Diversity and inclusion

Pride In People. We are committed to diversity and creating a workplace where all employees have a voice, feel a sense of belonging, and are empowered to be their true selves. We acknowledge diverse needs and strive for fairness and consistency for all, with ongoing learning and training and career progression opportunities for everyone.

Future notice

GFSL has been notified by its shareholder (MOJ) that the provision of FM services will in future be delivered by the private sector. 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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