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Government Facility Services Ltd
Sheerness
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Job Role: Mechanical Engineer
Location: HMP Swaleside
Salary: £38,333.37 per annum
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (39 hours per week)

We are seeking a dedicated Mechanical Engineer to join our team at HMP Swaleside, a CATEGORY B male prison.

Join a team that is more than just colleagues - we work Monday to Friday as a supportive family, creating a safe and nurturing environment.

HMP Swaleside operates like a self-contained city, requiring hundreds of staff to keep it functioning. Our Facilities Maintenance Team is committed to ensuring smooth and safe operations, impacting prisoners, staff, visitors, families, and the community.

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will work alongside experienced colleagues including Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, Cleaners, and Administrators, all dedicated to making a positive difference and ensuring safety and security.

If you want to use your skills to create a better future and promote rehabilitation and positive change, we encourage you to apply and join our team.

We are a Ministry of Justice business providing critical services to HMPPS, seeking a Mechanical Engineer with:

  • At least two years' experience as a plumber or equivalent
  • Knowledge of Water Supply Regulation and Legionella L8 requirements
  • Experience with commercial or industrial heating and water systems
  • Understanding of health and safety regulations
  • Plumber qualification to C&G 6035, C&G 6189, NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing, or equivalent
  • Strong health & safety knowledge
  • Excellent organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills

If this describes you, we want to hear from you!

Explore a rewarding career at GFSL. Join us to help ensure prisons are safe and secure, and support prisoner reintegration into society.

Benefits include 25 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays, private GP access, Employee Assistance Programme, financial rewards, and retailer discounts.

We focus on safety, inclusivity, career development, and a supportive workplace. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, providing ongoing training and progression opportunities for all.

GFSL's FM services will transfer to a private sector provider in Autumn 2026 following a procurement process. Further details will be shared as the program unfolds.

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