Location
HMP Feltham, Feltham, UK

Hours
Full Time - Permanent, 39 hours per week, shift work Monday to Sunday

Salary
£36,066.96 per annum with an additional 5% basic salary in recognition of shift and weekend work

About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated Plumber / Mechanical Engineer (Level 2) to join our Facilities Maintenance Team at HMP Feltham. The site includes HMP Feltham (A site), a Young Offender Institution (YOI) housing children and young people aged 15 to 18 years, and Feltham (B site), a Category C prison and YOI holding young people and men up to the age of 30 years. Join a supportive and driven team working Monday to Sunday to create a safe and nurturing environment.

HMP Feltham operates like a self-contained city requiring hundreds of people to keep it functioning. As part of the Facilities Maintenance Team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth and safe operation of the site, impacting prisoners, employees, visitors, and the wider community.

In this role, you will work alongside experienced colleagues including plumbers, electricians, carpenters, painters, cleaners, and administrators, all committed to making a positive difference and providing a safe and secure environment.

If you want to use your skills to help create a better future for others, this is a compelling opportunity to join a team dedicated to promoting rehabilitation and positive change.

We are a Ministry of Justice business providing critical, time-bound services to HMPPS. You will find a strong focus on safety, a supportive and inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunities for skill development and career progression.

Holidays include 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays. Additional non-contractual benefits include Death in Service at 4x salary, access to private GP consultations, an Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and support, financial reward mechanisms, and retailer discounts.

We are passionate about diversity and inclusion, promoting a workplace culture where all employees have a voice, feel a sense of belonging, and are empowered to be their true selves. We provide ongoing learning, training, and career progression opportunities for everyone.

GFSL has been notified that FM services will transfer to the private sector no sooner than August 2027 following a procurement process.

Experience
Experience in plumbing or mechanical engineering at Level 2 or equivalent is required. Knowledge of Health & Safety practices is essential.

About you
Excellent organisational, time management, and interpersonal skills are important. You should be dedicated, reliable, and able to work effectively as part of a team in a demanding environment.

Qualifications
NVQ Level 2 in a mechanical or plumbing discipline or equivalent qualification is required.