Commercial Plumber - Thetford, Norfolk, United Kingdom - Government Facility Services Ltd

Description

Job Role:
Mechanical Engineer


Location:
HMP Wayland


Contract:
Full time/Perm

We are seeking a dedicated Mechanical Engineer to join our team at a HMP Wayland a Category C prison.

Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues - we work Monday to Friday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment.

About HMP Wayland:

HMP Wayland runs like a self-contained town, it takes hundreds of people to keep it functioning, and as the Facilities Maintenance Team we are committed and driving the smooth and safe operation, like a heart that pumps blood through the body, everything we do impacts every prisoner, employee, and visitor, and wider to the families and community.

As a Mechanical Engineer you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues who vary from Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, to Cleaners, and Administrators, and others, who are all dedicated to making a positive difference, providing a safe and secure environment for all.

If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this compelling opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.

Be familiar with and able to work to Water Supply Regulation and Control of Legionella L8 requirements
# Experience working on commercial or industrial heating and water systems
# Plumber qualified to C&G 6035 (Plumbing), C&G 6189 (Plumbing and heating) and NVQ level 3 in Plumbing or equivalent
# Welcome to careers at Gov Facilities Services Limited (GFSL). Joining us is your chance to help ensure prisons are secure and safe for prisoners and prison staff alike, and to play your part in helping prisoners reintegrate into society.
Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays
Range of non-contractual benefits including Death in Service at 4x salary, access to private GP consultations, Employee Assistance Programme, financial reward mechanisms, and retailer discounts

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.

Explore facilities careers where you can make a difference.


Diversity and Inclusion:

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.

We promise to champion diversity and inclusion with ongoing learning and training, as well as career progression opportunities for everyone.

GFSL has been notified by its shareholder (MOJ) that the provision of FM services will in future be delivered by the private sector.

This means that following a successful procurement process, GFSL's services will transfer to a private sector provider/providers in Spring 2026.