Mobile Building Engineer - Durham

Amey; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management company is looking for a Mobile Building Engineer at HMP Durham to cover North East England. This permanent role involves maintenance tasks, adherence to security protocols, and may include working at various sites. Essential qualifications include a full UK driving licence and relevant NVQ in maintenance. Benefits include competitive salary, holiday days, and opportunities for career advancement. Join a supportive work culture with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

Generous pension scheme

Flexibility for new parents

On-site free parking

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Relevant NVQ/qualifications within a maintenance discipline.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative and work at height.

Responsibilities

• Provide maintenance and reactive tasks with attention to detail.
• Be AP in one or more principles; training will be provided.
• Follow security protocols, including tool management.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Experience in fire door maintenance

IT skills

Ability to work independently

Basic health and safety knowledge

Education

Relevant NVQ/qualifications within a maintenance discipline

Job description

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Mobile Building Engineer based at HMP Durham to cover North East England. The standard hours of work are 39 hours per week between 08:00‑17:00. You will also be part of a call‑out rota and will need to work 1 in 4 weekends on a rota basis, with an additional allowance of 15% of basic salary. The role will involve travel across the region covering approximately six establishments. While usually based in a local region, you may be required to attend other regions on the contract and could be required to work at an individual site for a period of time depending on business requirements. A work van and fuel card for business use will be provided. Join our vibrant, inclusive community in the Ministry of Justice account working on facilities management, delivering critical services for prisons that make a real positive impact across the UK. At Amey we support our justice client, His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service, by providing safe, clean and efficient prisons. By using our facilities management expertise we help keep 60 secure premises across England and Wales running smoothly.

What you will do:

• Provide a variety of maintenance and reactive tasks in accordance with competency, with attention to detail and an uncompromising approach to compliance.
• Be AP in one or more principles across the regions; training will be provided.
• Follow Amey/MOJ/HMPPS security protocols, including tool management.
• Perform any other duties commensurate with the role.
• Assist escorting duties as required.

What you will bring:

• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Relevant NVQ/qualifications within a maintenance discipline.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative and work at height.
• Good all‑round project management knowledge.
• Experience in fire door maintenance, fire extinguisher maintenance and fire alarm core points.
• Experience in emergency lighting.
• Experience in RCD.
• Experience in water temperature testing.
• IT skills.
• Basic health and safety knowledge.
• Knowledge of building and system compliance (training can be provided).
• Willingness to qualify for Amey confined spaces AP responsibilities.
• Experience working within a custodial environment (desirable).

Why join Amey?

At Amey we work on long‑term stable contracts so you can plan a career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People, underscoring our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or bring professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.

Our benefits:

• Competitive annual salary with potential for yearly reviews.
• Advancement opportunities to roles such as Facilities Team Leader or Site Manager.
• Fully funded leadership training programmes tailored to your growth.
• At least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy further days.
• Generous pension scheme with extra contributions from Amey.
• Flexible benefits – insurance, Cycle2Work scheme, discounted gym membership.
• Access to exclusive discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services and more.
• Two social impact days each year for volunteering and fundraising.
• Family‑friendly policies for new parents or those caring for a dependent.
• Membership of our affinity networks connecting diverse communities within Amey.
• On‑site free parking, catering facilities and gym use.

Application guidance and diversity & inclusion

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. As a disability‑confident leader, we guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements. Please contact our recruitment team at [e-mail] to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process.

We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible.