Plumber

Plumber (L3 Mechanical Engineer)

Location:

HMP Eastwood Park, Falfield, Wotton-under-Edge, GL12 8DB

Salary: £43,177.30 per annum

Contract:

Full Time – 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday, Permanent

We are seeking an NVQ or City & Guilds Level 3 qualified Mechanical Engineer (plumber) to join our team at HMP Eastwood Park, an adult female closed prison. As part of the Facilities Maintenance Team, you will work alongside experienced plumbers, electricians, carpenters, painters, cleaners and administrators to maintain a safe and nurturing environment.

• Provide plumbing services and maintenance within the prison environment.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support the smooth and safe operation of the facility.
• Assist in troubleshooting, repair and installation of water, heating, ventilation and other building service systems.
• Support planned preventive maintenance operations and ensure compliance with relevant health and safety requirements.

• 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 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)

• 25 days’ holiday per year plus Bank Holidays
• Private GP consultations, Employee Assistance Programme, death in service benefits, and other financial reward mechanisms
• Supportive, inclusive workplace with a strong focus on safety and opportunities for skill development and career progression.

We recognise the value that every employee brings to the organisation. All employees have a voice that is heard, a sense of belonging and are empowered to be their true selves. Diversity and inclusion are championed through ongoing learning, training and equal opportunities for all.