Maintenance Plumber – Secure Site | Long‑term FM Contract | No Domestic Call‑outs
Looking for a secure, steady plumbing role where your skills really make a difference — without constant call‑outs or chasing materials?
We’re recruiting a Maintenance Plumber to join our secure, single‑site facilities team at HMP Stocken, working on a long‑term, stable contract supporting essential services within the prison.
This is a site‑based role with regular hours, excellent benefits, and genuine career progression — ideal if you’re looking for security, structure and long‑term development.
HMP Stocken is a well‑established Category C men’s prison near Oakham, Rutland. Set within the countryside, the site offers a stable, single‑location working environment with a strong focus on safety, teamwork and essential services. It’s an ideal setting for trade professionals looking for consistency, structure and meaningful work within a secure facility.
Free on‑site parking available. Easily accessible from Oakham, Stamford and surrounding areas. You’ll be part of a supportive team, with tools and materials and full induction provided.
At Amey, we offer more than just a job — we offer long‑term careers on stable contracts.
You’ll benefit from:
- Job security – long‑term MoJ contract
- Clear progression – opportunities into Team Leader or Facilities Manager roles
- Excellent training – funded courses and development programmes
- Competitive pension with employer contributions
- 24 days holiday + bank holidays, with the option to buy more
- Flexible benefits – including Cycle to Work, gym discounts and insurance options
- Retail & lifestyle discounts through our benefits portal
- Two paid Social Impact Days each year
- Family‑friendly policies and inclusive working culture
What you’ll be doing
You’ll carry out a mix of planned and reactive plumbing work, helping to keep the site safe, compliant and fully operational. This includes:
- General plumbing repairs and maintenance
- Working on mains water systems
- Fault‑finding and repairing equipment
- Inspections, water sampling and basic risk assessments
- Identifying and reporting life‑expired equipment
What we’re looking for
- NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing & Heating (or equivalent)
- Experience in plumbing maintenance
- Full UK driving licence
- Comfortable working in a commercial or similar environment
Legionella awareness is desirable but not essential — training can be provided.
Prison security clearance is required — we’ll support you fully through the process.
Working pattern & pay
- 39 hours per week
- 1 in 3 weekends — paid with a 15% allowance on basic salary
- Salary range: £30,866 – £36,135, depending on experience
Inclusion & support
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements.
