Plumber

Amey; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a Plumber for a permanent position at HMP Leeds. Responsibilities include routine maintenance, water supply repairs, and fault identification. Candidates should have experience in maintenance, preferably within a commercial setting, and hold an NVQ in Plumbing and Heating. This role offers a competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and generous benefits, including training programs, holidays, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Training opportunities

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Online discounts

Social impact days

Family friendly policies

Free parking

Access to gym facilities

Qualifications

• Full driving licence is required.
• Experience in maintenance work is necessary.
• Experience in a commercial environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine maintenance.
• Conduct mains water supply repairs.
• Identify and repair life-expired equipment.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Commercial environment experience

IT skills

Full driving licence

Education

NVQ level 3 in Plumbing and Heating

NVQ level 2 in Plumbing and Heating

Legionella Control (L8)

Job description

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Plumber in HMP Leeds, 2 Gloucester Terrace, Stanningley Road, Leeds LS12 2TJ.

The standard hours of work are 39 hours per week. Staff are required to work on a rota basis between Monday to Thursday 08:00 – 17:00; Friday to Sunday 08:00 – 16:00. There will be a need to work 1 in 3 weekends but this would be on a rota basis (and with an additional allowance of 15% of basic salary). You will also be required to be part of a call out rota, paid separately.

Join our vibrant, inclusive community in Ministry of Justice (MoJ) account working on Facilities Management, delivering critical services for prisons that make a real positive impact across the UK.

At Amey, we’re supporting our justice client, His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) by providing them with 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:

• Routine and non-routine maintenance.
• Mains water supply repairs.
• Fault finding – Identification of life‑expired equipment, checking, repairing and making good faults.
• Inspections, water sampling and risk assessment.

What you will bring:

• Full driving licence.
• Experience in maintenance work.
• Experience in a commercial environment.
• NVQ level 3 in Plumbing and Heating is preferred (we may consider NVQ level 2).
• Legionella Control (L8) is desirable.
• IT skills.

Prison Security Clearance including DBS will be required (Amey will support you through this process).

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates. If you have most but not all these skills and experiences, we encourage you to apply, as we may be able to offer development or training to support you.

Why join Amey?

At Amey, we work on long‑term stable contracts so you can plan a long‑term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores 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 can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.

• Remuneration – Enjoy a competitive annual salary with potential for yearly reviews.
• Career Growth – Shine in your career with advancement opportunities to roles like Facilities Team Leader or Site Manager.
• Training Opportunities – Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth.
• Holidays – Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days.
• Pension – Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey.
• Flexible benefits – Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
• Exclusive Discounts – Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more.
• Give Back to community – Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities.
• Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant.
• Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey.
• On Site – access to free parking, use of gym, catering facilities.

About Amey

We are a leading provider of full life‑cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future. Every day our teams across the UK and internationally do truly important work shaping some of the most complex environments that impact generations to come.

To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers

Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion

At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.

As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. Please contact our recruitment team at [e-mail] to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.

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