Engineer Mechanical (Level 3) Swaleside

Location: HMP Swaleside, Brabazon Road, Eastchurch, Isle of Sheppey, ME12 4AX

Salary: £43,177.30

Contract: Full time | Permanent

We are seeking an NVQ Level 3 qualified Plumber to join our team at HMP Swaleside, a Category C & Male Prison, as a Mechanical Engineer. 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.

HMP Swaleside 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 colleagues from plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, cleaning, and administration, all dedicated to making a positive difference and providing a safe and secure environment for all.

We are a Ministry of Justice business and provide critical and time‑bound services to HMPPS, and we are looking for a Plumber to join us as a Mechanical Engineer with one of the following NVQ Level 3 qualifications and combination of skills.

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.

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• C&G 6189 Plumbing and domestic heating – NVQ Level 3
  
• 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 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 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: 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, and a range of non‑contractual benefits. These include Death in Service at 4× salary, access to private GP consultations, Employee Assistance Programme, financial reward mechanisms, and retailer discounts.

Strong focus on safety, supportive inclusive workplace, competitive benefits package and real opportunities to build your skills and progress.

Pride in people. We’re passionate about promoting greater diversity and creating a workplace where all employees have a voice that is heard, feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to be their true selves. We recognise the value that every single employee brings.

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 complete transfer to a private sector provider no sooner than August 2027.