Mechanical Engineer (Level 3) at Gov Facility Services Ltd (GFSL)
Location: HMP Rochester, 1 Fort Rd, Rochester ME1 3QS
Salary: £43,177.30
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
We are seeking a dedicated Mechanical Engineer to join our team at HMP Rochester, a Cat C Men's prison. Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues – we work Monday to Friday (including on call) as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment. HMP Rochester runs like a self‑contained city and as the Facilities Maintenance Team we are committed to driving the smooth and safe operation, impacting every prisoner, employee, visitor, and the wider community. As a Mechanical Engineer you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues who vary from Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, to Cleaners, and Administrators, and others, who are all dedicated to making a positive difference and providing a safe and secure environment for all.
Qualifications
* Two years' experience working in a role as a plumber or equivalent
* Be familiar with and able to work to Water Supply Regulation and Control of Legionella L8 requirements
* Experience working on commercial or industrial heating and water systems
* Good working knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements
* Plumber qualified to C&G 6035 (Plumbing), C&G 6189 (Plumbing and heating) and NVQ level 3 in Plumbing or equivalent
* Good Health & Safety knowledge.
* Excellent organisational, time management and people skills.
Explore a varied and rewarding career at GFSL. Welcome to careers at Gov Facilities Services Limited (GFSL). Joining us is your chance to help ensure prisons are secure and safe for prisoners and prison staff alike, and to play your part in helping prisoners reintegrate into society. Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, and a range of non‑contractual benefits are provided. These include Death in Service at 4x salary, private GP consultations, an Employee Assistance Programme, financial reward mechanisms and retailer discounts. We offer a strong focus on safety, a supportive inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package and real opportunity to build your skills and progress. Pride In People. We are passionate about promoting greater diversity and creating a workplace and culture where all employees have a voice that is heard, feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to be their true selves. We recognise the value that every employee brings to the organisation and are committed to consistency and fairness for all.
GFSL has been notified by its shareholder (MOJ) that the provision of FM services will in future be delivered by the private sector. This means that following a successful procurement process, GFSL’s services will transfer to a private sector provider/providers in Autumn 2026. As the programme unfolds, we will learn more.
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