On-Site Plumber

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On‑Site Plumber (Permanent)

HMP Cardiff, Knox Rd, Cardiff CF24 0UG

Support the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) account by delivering safe, clean, and efficient maintenance for prisons across England and Wales. The role involves planned and reactive maintenance on secure premises. Prison security clearance required.

• Ensure health & safety standards are met across the contract.
• Perform statutory works on time, ensuring compliance.
• Conduct routine and non‑routine maintenance, including fault finding and repairs.
• Inspect, sample water, and assess risks to maintain system integrity.
• Repair mains water supply and address life‑expired equipment.
• Monitor the BMS system to ensure optimal performance.
• Support zero‑carbon initiatives and sustainability goals.
• Handle additional tasks as directed by line manager, including working at height and in various weather conditions.

• Level 3 trade qualification in plumbing or equivalent.
• Experience operating light plant.
• NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing and Heating preferred, NVQ Level 2 acceptable.
• Desirable:
  Legionella Control (L8) and commercial environment experience.
• Prison security clearance (Amey will support the process).

• Competitive annual salary with potential yearly reviews.
• Comprehensive training opportunities, including fully funded leadership programmes.
• At least 24 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to purchase additional days.
• Generous pension scheme with extra contributions from Amey.
• Flexible benefits: insurance, Cycle2
  
  Work scheme, discounted gym membership.
• Access to discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more.
• Two Social Impact Days each year for volunteering and fundraising.
• Family‑friendly policies for new parents or those caring for dependants.
• Membership of affinity networks supporting diverse communities.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. As a disability‑confident leader, we guarantee an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum requirements. Please contact  for reasonable adjustments.