Handyperson

Government Facility Services Ltd; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A government service provider is seeking a dedicated Handyperson to join their team at HMP The Verne in Sunderland. You will help maintain the prison's infrastructure and support rehabilitation efforts, working with experienced colleagues. Candidates should have relevant experience, be proficient with tools, and possess strong organizational and safety skills. This position offers a permanent full-time contract with various benefits including generous holiday and support for skill development.

Benefits

25 days holiday per year plus Bank Holidays

Death in Service at 4x salary

Access to private GP consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Financial reward mechanisms and retailer discounts

Supportive workplace with skill development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in building fabric / Hard FM environment.
• Up to date First Aid at Work qualification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the prison’s infrastructure.
• Support rehabilitation efforts alongside colleagues.

Skills

Experience working in a prison environment

Proficient with hand and power tools

Good Health & Safety knowledge

Excellent organisational skills

Strong time-management skills

People skills

Education

Level 2 qualification in English and Maths

Job description

Handyperson

Location: HMP The Verne
Salary: £26,575.65
Contract: Permanent – Full Time

We are seeking a dedicated Handyperson to join our team at HMP The Verne, a Category C men’s prison. Our Facilities Maintenance Team works Monday‑Friday as a supportive and driven family, creating a safe and nurturing environment for prisoners, staff, visitors, and the wider community.

As a Handyperson, you will work alongside experienced colleagues (plumbers, electricians, carpenters, painters, cleaners, administrators) to maintain the prison’s infrastructure and support rehabilitation efforts.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience working in a prison environment
• Proficient with hand and power tools
• Experience in building fabric / Hard FM environment
• Up to date First Aid at Work qualification
• Level 2 qualification in English and Maths
• Good Health & Safety knowledge
• Excellent organisational, time‑management and people skills

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

Benefits

• 25 days holiday per year plus Bank Holidays
• Death in Service at 4x salary
• Access to private GP consultations and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Financial reward mechanisms and retailer discounts
• Supportive, inclusive workplace with opportunities for skill development and progression