Mechanical Supervisor (Plumbing Bias)

ITS Property Maintenance; Great Cheverell; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

ITS Property Maintenance is seeking a Mechanical Supervisor (Plumbing Bias) for a live prison site near Devizes. The role involves supervising plumbing-focused mechanical works, PPMS, and refurbishments within a secure facility. It is a temp rolling contract with no shift work.

The ideal candidate will have a strong plumbing background and supervisory experience, NVQ Level 3, and be comfortable in high-security environments. No tools required as supplies are provided; driving licence preferred.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing & Heating or equivalent.
• Strong plumbing background with supervisory experience on mechanical maintenance.
• Experience in high-security or live environments preferred.
• IT literacy with PDA systems and work records tools.
• CSCS/JIB or equivalent health & safety certification.
• SMSTS or SSSTS beneficial but not essential.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise mechanical works including plumbing repairs and PPM tasks.
• Oversee refurbishment and installation works on sanitaryware, heating, and pipework.
• Diagnose and fix plumbing issues such as leaks and blockages.
• Monitor subcontractors and internal teams for safe, compliant delivery.
• Maintain accurate labour, materials, and progress records.
• Ensure RAMS and site tool control procedures are followed.
• Coordinate with site contacts and report security/logistics issues.
• Assist with tool audits and sign-off documentation per prison protocol.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Plumbing background

High-security environments

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing & Heating

Tools

PDA systems

Work records tools

CSCS/JIB certification

Job description

Mechanical Supervisor (Plumbing Bias)

£280 - £320 per day

Working for a Maintenance Contractor

Based at a secure site HMP facility near Devizes

Temp role - rolling contract

You will be working for an established maintenance contractor with extensive experience delivering projects and maintenance support to the prison service.

Position Good to Knows

• Working within a Category B or C Prison environment
• Ideally candidates will have current or previous EL1 Prison Security Clearance
• NO TOOLS REQUIRED - ALL SUPPLIED
• Monday to Friday - No Shift Work
• Single-site working - No travelling between properties
• Parking available on site

Important to Know

• All candidates must pass enhanced security and criminal background checks prior to starting
• Due to the secure nature of the facility, personal items such as mobile phones are prohibited beyond security checkpoints
• You will be part of a small mobile team, responsible for the safe control, transport, and use of tools and materials on site
• The role requires working in close coordination with site-based maintenance and security staff and adhering to strict protocols and schedules
• The prison environment may be challenging and is not suited for individuals uncomfortable with high-security procedures or controlled access areas

This role is based within a live secure facility and will involve overseeing a range of mechanical works with a plumbing focus. This includes planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs, mechanical installations, and refurbishment works. Due to additional workloads, the team is seeking a skilled Mechanical Supervisor to support operational delivery in a challenging but rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate mechanical works including plumbing repairs, PPM tasks, and system upgrades
• Oversee and deliver refurbishment and installation works including sanitaryware, heating, and pipework
• Support hands-on work including diagnosing and fixing plumbing issues (e.g. leaks, blockages, faulty valves)
• Monitor subcontractors and internal teams to ensure safe, compliant, and quality delivery of works
• Work closely with planners and managers to ensure projects run on time and to scope
• Ensure accurate records of labour, materials, job progress, and completed works are maintained
• Implement and monitor health & safety compliance, RAMS, and site tool control procedures
• Liaise with site contacts and report any security concerns or logistical issues affecting work progression
• Assist with tool audits, materials control, and sign-off documentation as per prison protocol

What You'll Need

• Strong plumbing background with supervisory experience on mechanical maintenance or installation projects
• NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing & Heating, Mechanical Services or equivalent (time-served considered)
• Experience working in high-security or live environments (e.g. hospitals, prisons, MOD, education) is highly desirable
• Good knowledge of health & safety, PPM scheduling, and reactive fault finding
• IT literate and confident using PDA systems and work record tools
• CSCS/JIB or equivalent health & safety certification
• SMSTS or SSSTS certification would be beneficial but not essential
• Full UK driving licence preferred due to potential secure site access logistics

Additional Information

This is a long-term role with the potential for extension and/or permanent opportunities

Applicants must be comfortable working in a prison environment and undergoing vetting procedures

Tools and PPE must be signed in/out and managed securely on site per daily tool check processes

This role would suit someone reliable, detail-oriented, and confident supervising small teams in a live, secure setting

ITS Property Maintenance are acting as an employment business for this vacancy

To achieve the upper pay bracket you must show good experience of working on repair contracts

The advertised rates are based on working CIS but a PAYE and holiday payment method and rate can be discussed, but this will mean a slight reduction in the advertised headline rate

About ITS Property Maintenance

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