Mechanical Supervisor

Government Facility Services Ltd; Woking; On-site; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A government service provider in Woking is seeking a dedicated Mechanical Supervisor (Plumber) to maintain safe and secure operations at HMP Coldingley. The ideal candidate will supervise plumbing workloads, support health and safety initiatives, and ensure seamless maintenance of heating and water systems. This role offers a competitive salary and 25 days of holiday plus benefits including private GP consultations and discounts.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Death in Service at 4x salary

Private GP consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Fully qualified tradesperson to NVQ level 3 in a mechanical engineering discipline, plumbing or equivalent.
• Two years experience in a role as a plumber or equivalent.
• Familiar with Water supply regulation and Control of Legionella L8 requirements.
• Experience on commercial or industrial heating and water systems.
• Good working knowledge of planned preventive maintenance operations.
• Good working knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements.
• G3 unvented water heater vessel course.
• L8 awareness training (Provided if required).

Responsibilities

• Supervise mechanical/plumbing workloads as part of the Facilities Maintenance Team.
• Collaborate with colleagues across various trades for timely maintenance.
• Assist in coordinating planned preventive maintenance operations.
• Promote a safe working environment focused on health and safety.

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Supervisor (Plumber) — Location: HMP Coldingley, Shaftesbury Rd, Bisley, Woking GU24 9EX. Salary: £47,045.49 per annum. Contract: Permanent, full time, 39 hours per week.

We are seeking a dedicated Mechanical Supervisor to join our team at HMP Coldingley, a category C adult male prison. Explore a varied and rewarding career at GFSL. Welcome to careers at Gov Facilities Services Limited (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.

Responsibilities

• Supervise mechanical/plumbing workloads as part of the Facilities Maintenance Team to maintain safe and secure operation of the prison.
• Collaborate with colleagues across trades (Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, Cleaners, Administrators) to deliver timely maintenance and repairs.
• Support and promote a safe working environment with a focus on health and safety requirements.
• Assist in coordinating planned preventive maintenance operations and respond to issues to ensure continuous operation of water and heating systems.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified tradesperson to NVQ level 3 in a mechanical engineering discipline, plumbing or equivalent — Essential
• Two years experience in a role as a plumber or equivalent — Desirable
• Familiar with Water supply regulation and Control of Legionella L8 requirements — Desirable
• Experience on commercial or industrial heating and water systems — Desirable
• Good working knowledge of planned preventive maintenance operations — Desirable
• Good working knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements — Desirable
• G3 unvented water heater vessel course — Highly desirable
• L8 awareness training (Provided if required) — Desirable

Benefits and Other Information

Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, with a range of non-contractual benefits. Benefits include Death in Service at 4x salary, access to private GP consultations and an Employee Assistance Programme, retailer discounts, and other financial reward mechanisms.

You will find a strong focus on safety, a supportive, inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunity to build your skills and progress.

We are a Ministry of Justice business and provide critical and time-bound services to HMPPS.