Engineer Mechanical; Level 3 Littlehey

Plumber (Level
3)

Location: HMP Littlehey - West Perry Huntingdon - PE28 0SR

Salary: £43,177.30 plus 5% shift allowance

Contract: Full Time/Permanent - 39 hours

We are seeking an NVQ level 3 qualified Plumber to join our team at HMP Littlehey, a Category C Adult/Male prison. Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues – we work Monday to Sunday as a supportive and driven family, creating a safe and nurturing environment. HMP Littlehey runs like a self-contained town, with hundreds of people keeping it functioning, and as the Facilities Maintenance Team we are committed to driving 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 – Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, Cleaners, Administrators, and others – dedicated to providing a safe and secure environment.

• C&G 6189 Plumbing and domestic heating
• 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 the 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 in a role as a plumber or equivalent
• Familiarity with Water supply regulation 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)

Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, and a range of non‑contractual benefits: death in service, private GP consultations, employee assistance programme, financial reward mechanisms, retailer discounts.

GFSL will transition FM services to a private sector provider by August 2027 after a procurement process.

Pride in People – We promote diversity, inclusion, and career progression. We recognise the value that every single employee brings, ensuring consistency and fairness for all.

Joining us means helping to ensure prisons are secure and safe for prisoners and prison staff alike, and playing a part in helping prisoners reintegrate into society. 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.

We’re passionate about promoting greater diversity and creating a workplace and culture where all of our employees have a voice that is heard, feel a sense of belonging, and are empowered to be their true selves.