Overview
Job Role: Mechanical Engineer (Plumber)
Location: HMP Bedford‑St Loyes Street, Bedford, MK401HG
Salary: £43,177.30 per annum + 5% additional for working shifts covering weekends
Contract: Full time / Permanent
We are seeking a level 3 qualified Plumber to join our team at HMP Bedford, a Category B & Adult/Male prison, as a Mechanical Engineer. The role involves working Monday to Sunday in a supportive, family‑like environment, maintaining plumbing, heating and ventilation systems, and contributing to a safe and secure environment for prisoners, staff and visitors.
Responsibilities
• Maintain and repair plumbing, heating and ventilation installations; inspect and test systems for compliance with Water Supply Regulations and Legionella Control (L8) requirements.
• Perform planned preventive maintenance operations and troubleshoot faults in commercial/industrial building service systems.
• Work collaboratively with Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters and other Facilities Maintenance Team members to support smooth operations within the prison.
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 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 with commercial or industrial heating, water or building service systems
* Unvented water heater vessel course G3 – highly desirable
* Two years’ experience as a plumber or equivalent
* Familiar with Water Supply Regulation and Legionella L8 requirements
* Knowledge of planned preventive maintenance operations
* Knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements
* L8 awareness training – desirable (Provided if required)
Benefits
Holidays: 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays; non‑contractual benefits include private GP consultations, Employee Assistance Programme, financial reward mechanisms and retailer discounts.
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