Mechanical Engineer (NVQ Level 3) – Prison Facilities Maintenance

Gov Facility Services Limited; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays 25 days + Bank Holidays

Death in Service 4x salary

Private GP consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Gov Facilities Services Limited seeks an NVQ Level 3 qualified Plumber to join the HMP Highpoint Facilities Maintenance Team as a Mechanical Engineer. The role covers heating, water systems and building services within a secure prison environment, with on-call duties after Mon-Fri workdays.

You will collaborate with plumbers, electricians and other trades, ensuring safety, reliability and compliance with regulations while supporting rehabilitation-focused services and operational continuity.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in plumbing and heating.
• City & Guilds Level 3 routes in plumbing or heating.
• D/Heating diplomas or NVQ Level 3 in engineering maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain heating, water and building services systems within a prison environment.
• Adhere to Water Supply Regulations and Legionella control (L8) requirements.
• Support planned preventive maintenance and safety compliance as part of the facilities team.

Skills

Commercial heating systems

Water systems experience

Building services knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (plumbing & heating)

City & Guilds Level 3 (Plumbing & Domestic Heating)

Diploma in Plumbing and Heating (Level 3)

Engineering Maintenance NVQ Level 3

Job description

Gov Facilities Services Limited seeks an NVQ Level 3 qualified Plumber to join the HMP Highpoint Facilities Maintenance Team as a Mechanical Engineer. The role covers heating, water systems and building services within a secure prison environment, with on-call duties after Mon-Fri workdays.

You will collaborate with plumbers, electricians and other trades, ensuring safety, reliability and compliance with regulations while supporting rehabilitation-focused services and operational continuity.