Plumber

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

Job summary

A leading facilities management provider in the UK is seeking a permanent Plumber to join their Ministry of Justice account at HMP Lowdham Grange. In this role, you will ensure the planned and reactive maintenance of plumbing systems within the prison, adhering to the highest safety standards. Ideal candidates will have an NVQ level 3 in Plumbing and Heating, with experience in maintaining systems. The position offers standard hours of 39 per week, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 trade qualification in plumbing.
• Experience with light plant operation is essential.
• Previous plumbing maintenance experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Health & Safety standards are maintained.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on plumbing systems.
• Monitor the BMS System for optimal performance.
• Support sustainability goals via zero carbon initiatives.

Skills

Health & Safety compliance

Fault finding and repairs

Inspection and risk assessment

Knowledge of BMS Systems

Education

NVQ level 3 in Plumbing and Heating

NVQ level 2

Tools

Light plant

Job description

We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Plumber to join our Ministry of Justice (MoJ) account in HMP Lowdham Grange, this role is based on‑site. 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. Plumber plays an important part in ensuring the planned and reactive maintenance work within the prisons is carried out in a safe, compliant and timely manner. The standard hours of work are 39 hours per week, Monday – Friday.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring Health & Safety standards are met across the contract.
• Performing statutory works on time, ensuring compliance.
• Conducting routine and non‑routine maintenance, including fault finding and repairs.
• Inspecting, sampling water, and assessing risks to maintain system integrity.
• Repairing mains water supply and addressing life‑expired equipment.
• Monitoring the BMS System to ensure optimal performance.
• Supporting zero carbon initiatives, contributing to sustainability goals.
• Handling additional tasks as directed by your line manager, including working at height and in various weather conditions.

What makes this role unique is you will ensure all works are carried out to the highest safety standards and to the agreed method statements. Prison Security Clearance will be required (Amey will support you through this process).

Qualifications

• Appropriate Trade qualification (Level 3).
• Experience in operating light plant.

Ideally you will be qualified to NVQ level 3 in Plumbing and Heating with experience in plumbing maintenance, however we may consider applications if you have NVQ level 2.

In addition to this, it would be desirable if you have Legionella Control (L8) and experience in a commercial environment to help you hit the ground running, although this is not essential as we will provide you with the required development you need to bring you up to speed.