General Building Maintenance Engineer
Requisition ID: 10471
Location: HMP Lancaster Farms, Stone Row Head, Off Quernmore Road, Lancaster, LA1 3QZ.
Salary: £27,448.00 – £30,448.00
Hours: 39 per week (Mon–Thu 08:00–17:00; Fri–Sun 08:00–16:00). 1 in 3 weekends on rota with 15% additional allowance.
Join our vibrant, inclusive community in Ministry of Justice (MoJ) account working on Facilities Management, delivering critical services for prisons that make a real positive impact across the UK.
At Amey, we’re supporting our justice client, His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) by providing them with safe, clean and efficient prisons. We help keep 60 secure premises across England and Wales running smoothly.
What You Will Do
* Raise, update and close remedial tasks within the Computer Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) system.
* Undertake general tasks associated with security systems such as CCTV and alarm systems.
* Carry out monthly checks and tests of fire extinguisher equipment, with regular checks on fire hydrants and fire hoses.
* Complete RCD testing on a quarterly basis.
* Carry out checks on misting units.
* Undertake fire door maintenance activities.
* Conduct flushing and tap temperature tests as required by the water risk assessment.
* Undertake monthly and annual emergency lighting checks.
* Check and test smoke vents as required.
* Any other duties commensurate with the role.
What You Will Bring
* Experience in fire door maintenance.
* Experience in fire extinguisher maintenance.
* Experience in fire alarm core points.
* Experience in emergency lighting.
* Experience with RCD.
* Experience in water temperature testing.
* IT skills.
* Experience or exposure to building and system compliance.
We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates. If you have most but not all of these skills, we encourage you to apply, as we may be able to offer development or training.
Prison Security Clearance including Standard DBS will be required (Amey will support you through this process).
Why join Amey?
At Amey, we work on long‑term stable contracts so you can plan a long‑term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People, underscoring our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine.
Our benefits
* Competitive annual salary with potential yearly reviews.
* Career growth with advancement opportunities, e.g., Facilities Team Leader.
* Training opportunities, including fully funded leadership programmes.
* At least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy additional days.
* Generous pension scheme with extra contributions from Amey.
* Flexible benefits: insurance, Cycle2Work scheme, gym membership discounts.
* Exclusive discounts through our online portal.
* Two social impact days per year for volunteering and fundraising.
* Family‑friendly policies for new parents or for those caring for a dependant.
* Membership of affinity networks that support diverse communities.
* On‑site free parking, gym, and catering facilities.
About Amey
We are a leading provider of full life‑cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future. Every day our teams across the UK and internationally do truly important work shaping some of the most complex environments that impact generations to come.
To find out more, visit amey.co.uk/careers.
Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion
At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.
As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support you may require.
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***We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible.***
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