Plumber

Amey; Lowdham CP; On-site; GBP 30,866 - 36,135; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with annual reviews

Career growth opportunities

Fully funded leadership programmes

Holiday entitlement: 24 days + bank

Generous pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Discounts on retailers and services

Social impact volunteering days

Family-friendly policies

Affiliation networks for diversity

Job summary

Amey is recruiting a Plumber at HMP Lowdham Grange in Nottinghamshire. The role covers 39 hours per week on a rota from 08:00 to 16:30 (15:30 Fridays) with a salary of £30,866–£36,135 per year, dependent on experience.

You will perform routine and non-routine maintenance, water system repairs and safety checks on site. Ideal candidates hold NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing and Heating and a full UK driving licence, with experience in commercial environments.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing and Heating with experience in plumbing maintenance.
• Experience operating light plant.
• Legionella awareness and compliance desirable.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience in a commercial environment.

Responsibilities

• Routine and non-routine maintenance.
• Mains water supply repairs.
• Fault finding and identification of life-expired equipment; checking, repairing and making good faults.
• Inspections, water sampling and risk assessment.
• Any other duties commensurate with the role.

Skills

Plumbing knowledge

Maintenance

Light plant operation

Legionella awareness

Commercial experience

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing and Heating

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Plumber

Location: HMP Lowdham Grange, Old Epperstone Rd, Lowdham NG14 7DA.

Hours: 39 hours per week, rota basis 08:00‑16:30 Monday‑Friday (15:30 Friday).

Salary: £30,866 – £36,135 per annum, dependent on experience.

Responsibilities

• Routine and non‑routine maintenance.
• Mains water supply repairs.
• Fault finding and identification of life‑expired equipment; checking, repairing and making good faults.
• Inspections, water sampling and risk assessment.
• Any other duties commensurate with the role.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 2 in Plumbing and Heating with experience in plumbing maintenance.
• Experience operating light plant.
• Legionella awareness and compliance desirable.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience in a commercial environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with potential for yearly reviews.
• Career growth opportunities to roles such as Facilities Team Leader or Site Manager.
• Comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programmes.
• 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, including insurance options, Cycle2Work scheme and discounted gym membership.
• Access to discounts from leading retailers and healthcare services.
• Two social impact days each year for volunteering and fundraising.
• Family‑friendly policies for new parents or carers of dependants.
• Membership of affinity networks that support diverse communities within Amey.

Additional Requirements

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

Diversity and Equal Opportunity

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or age. As a disability‑confident leader, we guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.