On-Call Mechanical Engineer – Facilities & Gas Systems

Serco; Uttoxeter; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days plus bank holidays

Pension scheme (up to 6%)

Internal courses and qualifications (e

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing app and virtual GP service

Discounts across retailers

Volunteer day

Diversity and inclusion networks

Job summary

Serco is hiring a Mechanical Engineer at HMP Dovegate to help keep critical mechanical and gas systems safe, compliant and reliable in a secure establishment. You will work within a facilities management team to support rehabilitation, wellbeing and positive outcomes for residents and staff.

The role requires a mechanical engineering apprenticeship or equivalent, Gas Safe registration (desirable), and a proactive, independent attitude.

Qualifications

• A recognised mechanical engineering apprenticeship or equivalent trade qualification (such as C and G or NVQ).
• Gas Safe registration with experience in both commercial and domestic systems desirable.
• The ability to work independently, manage your workload, and meet tight timescales.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, customer-focused approach.
• A flexible, proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Qualified as an Authorised Person (AP) or willing to undertake training and assessment to become an AP desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine mechanical engineering work, planned preventative maintenance, repairs, and testing of gas systems.
• Diagnose faults and complete defect rectification on plant and equipment across the site.
• Install new mechanical plant and equipment in line with specifications and standards.
• Ensure maintenance schedules and compliance records are kept up to date.
• Support a multi-skilled facilities management team, including escorting contractors when required.
• Work safely at all times, following statutory requirements, site procedures, and local regulations.

Skills

Independent work

Communication skills

Flexibility

Proactive mindset

AP training willingness

Education

Mechanical engineering apprenticeship or equivalent (C&G/NVQ)

Gas Safe registration

Job description

Serco is hiring a Mechanical Engineer at HMP Dovegate to help keep critical mechanical and gas systems safe, compliant and reliable in a secure establishment. You will work within a facilities management team to support rehabilitation, wellbeing and positive outcomes for residents and staff.

The role requires a mechanical engineering apprenticeship or equivalent, Gas Safe registration (desirable), and a proactive, independent attitude.