Mechanical Engineer (Plumber) – Prison Facilities

Gov Facility Services Ltd (GFSL; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holidays per year plus Bank/PH

Private GP consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Retailer discounts

Job summary

GFSL is seeking a level 3 qualified Plumber to join the Mechanical Engineer team at HMP Bedford on St Loyes Street. The role focuses on maintaining heating, water and building services to keep a secure, well‑functioning prison environment.

The salary is £44,688.50 per year plus a 5% weekend shift uplift. It is a full‑time/permanent contract with a range of benefits described in the vacancy, and real opportunities to contribute to safety and operations within the prison service.

Qualifications

• Experience working on commercial or industrial heating, water, or building services systems
• Minimum two years' experience working as a plumber or in an equivalent role
• Familiar with Water Supply Regulations and Control of Legionella (L8) requirements
• Good working knowledge of planned preventive maintenance (PPM) operations and health and safety requirements

Education

NVQ Level 3 equivalents

City & Guilds - Level 3 routes (Plumbing & Domestic Heating / Heating & Ventilation / Mechanical Engineering Services / Plumbing / Engineering Maintenance)

EAL Diploma in Plumbing and Heating

BPEC Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Domestic Plumbing and Heating

ETA Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Engineering Maintenance

Job description

GFSL is seeking a level 3 qualified Plumber to join the Mechanical Engineer team at HMP Bedford on St Loyes Street. The role focuses on maintaining heating, water and building services to keep a secure, well‑functioning prison environment.

The salary is £44,688.50 per year plus a 5% weekend shift uplift. It is a full‑time/permanent contract with a range of benefits described in the vacancy, and real opportunities to contribute to safety and operations within the prison service.