About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated Mechanical Supervisor to join our team at HMP Bedford, a Category B & Adult/Male prison.
Key Responsibilities
* Work alongside and lead experienced and passionate colleagues who vary from Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, to Cleaners, and Administrators, and others, to provide a safe and secure environment for all.
* Collaborate with the Facilities Maintenance Team to support the smooth and safe operation of the prison.
* Ensure compliance with Water Supply Regulation and Control of Legionella L8 requirements.
* Plan and manage maintenance projects, oversee safe work practices, and support risk and compliance objectives.
Qualifications & Experience
* 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
* A minimum of five years' experience, ideally within an FM environment and/or secure environment, military, health or similar sectors.
* Experience working on commercial or industrial heating, water or building service systems.
* Familiar with, and ability to, work to Water Supply Regulation and Control of Legionella L8 requirements.
* Good Health & Safety knowledge.
* Excellent organisational, time management and people skills.
* A rounded knowledge of risk and compliance and demonstrable planning & project management skills.
Benefits
Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, and a range of non-contractual benefits are provided. These range from Death in Service at 4x salary, to access to private GP consultations and an Employee Assistance Programme that offers counselling and information services for preventative care and to help employees in a crisis. There are also a range of financial reward mechanisms and access to retailer discounts.
You will find a strong focus on safety, a supportive, inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunity to build your skills and progress.
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