Overview
Job Role: Mechanical Engineer (Plumber)
Location: HMP The Mount, Bovingdon, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 0NZ
Salary: £41,818.21 per annum + 5% additional for working shifts covering weekends
Contract: Permanent, full time, 39 hours per week
Introduction
We are seeking a level 3 qualified Plumber to join our team at HMP The Mount, a Category C & Adult/Male prison, as a Mechanical Engineer.
Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues — we work Monday to Sunday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment.
HMP The Mount runs like a self-contained town. The Facilities Maintenance Team is committed to driving the smooth and safe operation, with everything we do impacting every prisoner, employee, visitor, and wider community.
As a Mechanical Engineer you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues who include Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, Cleaners, Administrators, and others dedicated to making a positive difference and providing a safe and secure environment for all.
If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change as part of a team that makes a difference.
Qualifications and Experience
* C&G 6189 Plumbing and Domestic Heating - Level 3
* 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 working as a plumber or equivalent
* Familiarity with Water Supply Regulations 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)
Role Context and Responsibilities
If this sounds like you, we would like to hear from you!
Benefits and Workplace
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 offering 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.
Explore facilities careers where you can make a difference.
Organisation and Diversity
Pride in People. We are committed to promoting greater diversity and creating a workplace where all employees have a voice, feel a sense of belonging, and are empowered to be their true selves. We recognise the value each person brings and strive to satisfy diverse needs while ensuring consistency and fairness for all. We champion diversity and inclusion with ongoing learning, training, and career progression opportunities for everyone.
GFSL has been notified by its shareholder (MOJ) that the provision of FM services will, in future, be delivered by the private sector. Following a successful procurement process, GFSL's services will transfer to a private sector provider/providers no sooner than August 2027.
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