Plumber (Level 3)
Location: HMP Highpoint, Stradishall Newmarket, CB89YG
Salary: £43,177.30 + 5% shift allowance for weekend working
Contract: Permanent - Full Time - 39 hours
We are seeking a dedicated fully qualified Plumber to join our team at HMP Highpoint, a Category C Adult/Male prison.
We are a Ministry of Justice business that provides critical, time‑bound services to HMPPS and look to you as a Mechanical Engineer with the specified qualifications.
Join a team that works Monday to Sunday as a supportive and driven family, creating a safe and nurturing environment within a self‑contained facility where every employee contributes to prison operations.
As a Mechanical Engineer you will work alongside experienced colleagues across Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Painting and more, contributing to a safe and secure environment for prisoners and staff.
Qualifications
* 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 the advanced craft certificate in plumbing
* EAL Diploma in Plumbing and Heating
* Experience working on commercial or industrial heating, water or building service systems
* Unvented water heater vessel course G3 – highly desirable
* Two years' experience working in a role as a plumber or equivalent
* Familiar with Water supply regulation and Control of Legionella L8 requirements
* Good working knowledge of planned preventive maintenance operations
* Good working knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements
* L8 awareness training – desirable (provided if required)
Benefits
25 days of holiday per year plus Bank Holidays. Non‑contractual benefits include death in service at 4× salary, private GP consultations, employee assistance programme, financial rewards and retailer discounts.
Strong focus on safety, inclusive workplace, competitive benefits package and opportunities for skill development and progression.
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