Plumbing Supervisor

Medirest Signature; Winchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A Facilities Management Company is seeking a Plumbing Supervisor to manage a dedicated team at HMP Winchester. The ideal candidate will possess Level 3 NVQ qualifications in Plumbing and have significant experience in Facilities Management or a secure environment. Responsibilities include supervising maintenance staff and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Benefits include competitive salary, bonuses, and holidays.

Benefits

25 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays

Death in Service cover

Private GP access

Employee Assistance Programme

Retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Achievement of Level 3 NVQ qualification in Plumbing.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in Facilities Management or secure environments.
• Experience with commercial or industrial heating, water, and building systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate teams of Plumbers and maintenance staff.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Manage maintenance operations within HMP Winchester.

Skills

Leadership

Knowledge of Water Supply Regulation

Health & Safety knowledge

Education

C&G 6189 Plumbing and domestic heating

C&G 5962 Certificate in Plumbing (Advanced craft)

C&G 6019 Mechanical Engineering Services (Plumbing)

C&G 6018 Heating and Ventilation Installation

C&G 6129 Certificate in Plumbing

C&G 214 Engineering Systems Maintenance

C&G 6188 Heating and Ventilating

C&G 6088 Certificate in Heating and Ventilating

C&G 6032 Advanced Craft Certificate in Plumbing

EAL Diploma in Plumbing and Heating

Job description

Plumbing Supervisor (Mechanical)

Location: HMP Winchester, Romsey Rd, Winchester SO22 5DF

Salary: £45,303.07 per annum + potential £1,500 per annum location bonus
(Paid on-call & overtime also available)

Contract: Full-time, 39 hours per week, permanent, Monday to Friday

Are you an accomplished Level 3 NVQ qualified Plumber with experience managing or leading teams from a Facilities, Forces, or Healthcare background looking for your next challenge?

Join a team that is more than just colleagues - we work Monday to Friday as a supportive family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment.

HMP Winchester operates like a self-contained city, requiring hundreds of staff to keep it functioning. Our Facilities Maintenance Team is committed to ensuring smooth and safe operations, impacting prisoners, staff, visitors, and the wider community.

As the Mechanical (Plumber) Supervisor, you will work alongside and coordinate experienced colleagues, including Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, Cleaners, and Administrators, all dedicated to providing a safe environment.

If you're ready for a new challenge, quick to learn, enthusiastic, and willing to share your skills, we want to hear from you.

We are a Ministry of Justice business providing critical services to HMPPS, seeking a Supervisor with at least one of the following qualifications and skills:

• C&G 6189 Plumbing and domestic heating
• C&G 5962 Certificate in Plumbing (Advanced craft)
• C&G 6019 Mechanical Engineering Services (Plumbing)
• C&G 6018 Heating and Ventilation Installation
• C&G 6129 Certificate in Plumbing
• C&G 214 Engineering Systems Maintenance
• C&G 6188 Heating and Ventilating
• C&G 6088 Certificate in Heating and Ventilating
• C&G 6032 Advanced Craft Certificate in Plumbing
• EAL Diploma in Plumbing and Heating

Additionally, a minimum of five years' experience in an FM or secure environment, or similar sectors, is required, along with experience working on commercial or industrial heating, water, or building systems, and knowledge of Water Supply Regulation and Legionella L8 requirements.

We value good Health & Safety knowledge, organizational skills, and a rounded understanding of risk, compliance, planning, and project management.

If this sounds like you, we look forward to your application!

Explore a varied and rewarding career at GFSL.

Joining Gov Facilities Services Limited (GFSL) means contributing to the safety and security of prisons and supporting prisoners' reintegration into society.

Benefits include 25 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays, Death in Service cover, private GP access, Employee Assistance Programme, retailer discounts, and more.

We focus on safety, inclusivity, and career development, offering a supportive environment to grow your skills.

Pride In People.

We promote diversity and inclusion, ensuring all employees feel valued, heard, and empowered to be their true selves. We are committed to fairness, ongoing learning, and career progression for everyone.

Note: GFSL services will transfer to a private provider in Autumn 2026 following a procurement process. More details will follow as the process unfolds.