Job Role
Level 3 Mechanical Engineer (Plumbing) at HMP Eastwood Park, Falfield, Wotton-under-Edge, GL12 8DB.
Compensation & Contract
Salary: £41,818.21 per annum; Full Time, 39 hours per week, Mon-Fri, Permanent.
About HMP Eastwood Park
Closed category adult female prison; we provide maintenance services to HMPPS.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain plumbing, heating and ventilation installation; work with a cross‑trade team of plumbers, electricians, carpenters, painters, cleaners and administrators to ensure a safe and secure environment for prisoners, staff and visitors.
Qualifications
* NVQ or City & Guilds Level 3 (Mechanical Engineering/Plumbing)
* 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
* Experience working on commercial or industrial heating, water or building service systems.
* Unvented water heater vessel course G3 – highly desirable
* Two years' experience in a plumber or equivalent role
* Familiarity 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)
Required Skills
* Excellent problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills for plumbing systems.
* Strong knowledge of water supply, heating and ventilation regulations.
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
* Teamwork and communication skills to coordinate with a multi‑trade maintenance team.
* Commitment to health and safety and environmental protection.
Benefits
25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays; access to private GP consultations and an Employee Assistance Programme; financial reward mechanisms, retailer discounts and a competitive pay package.
Diversity & Inclusion
GFSL is committed to promoting greater diversity and creating a workplace where all employees have a voice that is heard and feel a sense of belonging.
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