Engineer Mechanical (Level 3) Swaleside

Government Facility Services Ltd; Sheerness; On-site; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A government facility service provider in Sheerness is seeking a qualified Mechanical Engineer. The successful candidate will maintain plumbing systems and collaborate with a diverse team to ensure a safe environment within a prison. Applicants should have NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing, relevant skills, and experience. This full-time role offers a competitive salary, benefits such as private GP access, and an inclusive work culture focused on safety and diversity. Join us to make a meaningful impact on rehabilitation and society.

Benefits

25 holidays plus Bank Holidays

Death in service benefit (4x salary)

Access to private GP consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Financial rewards and retailer discounts

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 qualified in plumbing or related field.
• Two years of experience as a plumber or equivalent.
• Good working knowledge of water supply regulation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plumbing systems in a prison environment.
• Collaborate with a team to ensure safety and functionality.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and maintenance standards.

Skills

Plumbing and domestic heating

Mechanical engineering services

Planned preventive maintenance

Health and safety awareness

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing

G3 Unvented water heater vessel course

Job description

Mechanical Engineer (Level 3)

Location: HMP Swaleside Brabazon Road, Eastchurch. Isle of Sheppy ME12 4AX
Salary: £43,177.30
Contract: Full time | Permanent

We are seeking an NVQ level 3 qualified Plumber to join our team at HMP Swaleside, a Category C & Male Prison – as a Mechanical Engineer.

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

HMP Swaleside runs like a self‑contained town; it takes hundreds of people to keep it functioning, and as the Facilities Maintenance Team we are committed to driving the smooth and safe operation, like a heart that pumps blood through the body. Everything we do impacts every prisoner, employee, visitor, and the wider 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, all dedicated to making a positive difference and providing a safe and secure environment for all.

If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this compelling opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change, and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.

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

• C&G 6189 Plumbing and domestic heating
• C&G 5962 Certificate in Plumbing (Advanced craft)
• C&G 6019 Mechanical Engineering services (plumbing)
• C&G 6018 Heating and ventilation installation
• C&G 6129 Certificate in Plumbing
• C&G 214 Engineering systems maintenance
• C&G 6188 Heating and ventilating
• C&G 6088 Certificate in heating and ventilating
• C&G 6032 Advanced craft certificate in plumbing
• EAL Diploma in Plumbing and Heating
• Experience working on commercial or industrial heating, water or building service systems
• Unvented water heater vessel course G3 – highly desirable
• Two years' experience working in a role as a plumber or equivalent
• Familiar with and able to work to Water supply regulation and Control of Legionella L8 requirements
• Good working knowledge of planned preventive maintenance operations
• Good working knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements
• L8 awareness training – desirable (Provided if required)

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

Explore a varied and rewarding career at GFSL. Join us to help ensure prisons are secure and safe for prisoners and prison staff alike, and 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 include death in service at 4x salary, access to private GP consultations, an Employee Assistance Programme, financial reward mechanisms, and retailer discounts.

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

We are passionate about promoting greater diversity and creating a workplace and culture where all employees have a voice that is heard, feel a sense of belonging, and are empowered to be their true selves. We recognise the value every employee brings to the organisation and are committed to satisfying differing needs while ensuring fairness for all.

GFSL is notified by its shareholder (MOJ) that 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 no sooner than August 2027.

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