Mechanical Supervisor; Plumbing Bias

Position: Mechanical Supervisor (Plumbing Bias)
Location: Great Cheverell

SW-008-Mech Sup-295

Mechanical Supervisor (Plumbing Bias)

£280 – £320 per day
Working for a Maintenance Contractor
Based at a secure site HMP facility near Devizes
Temp role – rolling contract

You will be working for an established maintenance contractor with extensive experience delivering projects and maintenance support to the prison service.

Position Good to Knows

* Working within a Category B or C Prison environment

* Ideally candidates will have current or previous EL1 Prison Security Clearance

* NO TOOLS REQUIRED – ALL SUPPLIED

* Monday to Friday – No Shift Work

* Single-site working – No travelling between properties

* Parking available on site

This role is based within a live secure facility and will involve overseeing a range of mechanical works with a plumbing focus. This includes planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs, mechanical installations, and refurbishment works. Due to additional workloads, the team is seeking a skilled Mechanical Supervisor to support operational delivery in a challenging but rewarding environment.

Important to Know

* All candidates must pass enhanced security and criminal background checks prior to starting

* Due to the secure nature of the facility, personal items such as mobile phones are prohibited beyond security checkpoints

* You will be part of a small mobile team, responsible for the safe control, transport, and use of tools and materials on site

* The role requires working in close coordination with site-based maintenance and security staff and adhering to strict protocols and schedules

* The prison environment may be challenging and is not suited for individuals uncomfortable with high-security procedures or controlled access areas

Key Responsibilities

* Supervise and coordinate mechanical works including plumbing repairs, PPM tasks, and system upgrades

* Oversee and deliver refurbishment and installation works including sanitaryware, heating, and pipework

* Support hands-on work including diagnosing and fixing plumbing issues (e.g. leaks, blockages, faulty valves)

* Monitor subcontractors and internal teams to ensure safe, compliant, and quality delivery of works

* Work closely with planners and managers to ensure projects run on time and to scope

* Ensure accurate records of labour, materials, job progress, and completed works are maintained

* Implement and monitor health & safety compliance, RAMS, and site tool control procedures

* Liaise with site contacts and report any security concerns or logistical issues affecting work progression

* Assist with tool audits, materials control, and sign-off documentation as per prison protocol

What You’ll Need

Strong plumbing background with supervisory experience on mechanical maintenance or installation projects

NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing & Heating, Mechanical Services or equivalent (time-served considered)

Experience working in high-security or live environments (e.g. hospitals, prisons, MOD, education) is highly desirable

Good knowledge of health & safety, PPM scheduling, and reactive fault finding

IT literate and confident using PDA systems and work record tools

CSCS/JIB or equivalent health & safety certification

SMSTS or SSSTS certification would be beneficial but not essential

Full UK driving licence preferred due to potential secure site access logistics

Additional Information

This is a long-term role with the potential for extension and/or permanent opportunities

Applicants must be comfortable working in a prison environment and undergoing vetting procedures

Tools and PPE must be signed in/out and managed securely on site per daily tool check processes

This role would suit someone reliable, detail-oriented, and confident supervising small teams in a live, secure setting

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