Mechanical Engineer

Gov Facilities Services Limited (gfsl); Maidstone; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management firm in Maidstone is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their team. This role involves maintaining safe and secure operations within HMP Maidstone, working alongside a dedicated team focused on rehabilitation and positive change. Candidates should have plumbing qualifications and experience. This position offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package including 25 holidays a year plus Bank Holidays.

Benefits

25 days holidays plus Bank Holidays

Death in Service at 4x salary

Access to private GP consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Two years experience as a plumber or equivalent.
• Ability to work to Water Supply Regulations.
• Experience with commercial heating and water systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe operation of facilities at HMP Maidstone.
• Collaborate with a diverse team fulfilling maintenance tasks.

Skills

Experience working as a plumber or equivalent

Knowledge of Water Supply Regulation

Experience on commercial heating systems

Health and safety knowledge

Organisational and time management skills

Education

C&G 6035 Plumbing

C&G 6189 Plumbing and Heating

NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing

Job description

Gov Facility Services Ltd

Location: HMP Maidstone, 36 County Rd, Maidstone ME14 1UZ

Salary: £36,066.96 per annum + 5% additional in recognition of weekend working

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Mechanical Engineer to join our team at HMP Maidstone, a men’s 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 Maidstone 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. 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: Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, Cleaners, Administrators, and others, 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.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience working as a plumber or equivalent.
• Familiarity with and ability 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 2 in Plumbing or equivalent.
• Good Health & Safety knowledge.
• Excellent organisational, time management and people skills.

Benefits

Explore a varied and rewarding career at 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 include Death in Service at 4x salary, 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 and inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunity to build your skills and progress. Explore facilities careers where you can make a difference.

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.

An ISO 9001 Certified Company.

Future Plans

GFSL has been notified by its 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.