Mechanical Engineer (Maintenance Plumber)
Location
HMP Feltham (TW13)
Hours
Permanent, 39 hours per week, Monday to Sunday
Salary
£41,818.21 per annum + 5% for shift work covering weekends
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated Mechanical Engineer to join our team at HMP Feltham, a category C prison and a Young Offender Institution (YOI) holding young people from 15 to men up to the age of 30 years old. Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues; we work Monday to Sunday on shifts as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment. HMP Feltham runs like a self-contained city, and it takes hundreds of people to keep it functioning. As the Facilities Maintenance Team, we are committed to driving the smooth and safe operation, impacting every prisoner, employee, visitor, and the wider community. As a Mechanical Engineer, you will work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues, including Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, Cleaners, and Administrators, all 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 compelling opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change.
Experience
- Two years' experience working in a role as a plumber or equivalent
- Familiarity with Water Supply Regulation and Control of Legionella L8 requirements
- Experience working on commercial or industrial heating and water systems
- Good working knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements
About you
- Plumber qualified to C&G 6035 (Plumbing), C&G 6189 (Plumbing and heating) and NVQ level 3 in Plumbing or equivalent
- Good Health & Safety knowledge
- Excellent organisational, time management and people skills
Qualifications
If this sounds like you, we would like to hear from you!