Overview
We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Mobile Building Engineer based at HMP Wealstun to cover Yorkshire and Humberside.
The standard hours of work are 39 hours per week between 08:00 – 17:00. Work includes one weekend in four on a rota basis with an additional 15% allowance of basic salary, and participation in a call-out rota.
The role involves travelling across the region to cover approximately six establishments. Although normally based locally, you may be required to attend other regions on the contract and may work at individual sites for periods as business needs dictate. A work van and fuel card will be provided.
Join our vibrant, inclusive community within the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) account, delivering critical services for prisons across the UK. We support the His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) by keeping 60 secure premises running smoothly.
What you will do
* Provide a variety of maintenance and reactive tasks, maintaining attention to detail and compliance.
* Be an Approved Person (AP) in one or more principles across the regions – training will be provided.
* Follow Amey/MOJ/HMPPS security protocols, including tool management.
* Assist escorting duties as required.
* Perform any other duties commensurate with the role.
What you will bring
* Full UK driving licence (essential).
* Relevant NVQ/qualifications within a maintenance discipline.
* Ability to work independently, use initiative and work at height.
* Good all‑round project management knowledge.
* Experience in fire door maintenance, fire extinguisher maintenance, and fire alarm core points.
* Experience in emergency lighting, RCD and water temperature testing.
* Basic IT skills and health and safety knowledge.
* Knowledge of building and system compliance (training can be provided).
* Willingness to qualify for Amey confined spaces AP responsibilities.
* Experience working within a custodial environment (desirable).
We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates. If you have most but not all of these skills and experiences, we encourage you to apply, as we may offer training to support you.
Security Clearance
Prison security clearance including DBS will be required. Amey will support you through this process.
Why join Amey
* Long‑term stable contracts for career planning.
* Platinum status from Investors in People.
* Competitive annual salary with yearly reviews.
* Career growth opportunities to roles such as Facilities Team Leader or Site Manager.
* Comprehensive training, including funded leadership programmes.
* Benefits: 24 days holiday plus bank holidays, pension scheme, flexible benefits, discounts portal, social impact days, family friendly policies, affinity network membership.
* On‑site facilities: free parking, catering, gym access.
Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion
At Amey we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We guarantee an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum requirements.
Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs or reasonable adjustments.
Apply today: We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
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