Gov Facility Services Ltd
Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire
Job Reference: BB-3059_1789568661
This is a Permanent job.
Job Role: Level 2 Plumber
Location: HMP Bedford-MK401HG
Salary: £37,329.30 plus 5% shift allowance
Contract: Full time - 39 HPW
We are seeking a dedicated Plumber / Mechanical Engineer (Level 2) to join our team at HMP Bedford, a Category B & Adult/Male prison.
Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues - we work Monday-Sunday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment.
HMP Bedford 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 Plumber / Mechanical Engineer (Level 2) 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.
We are a five-year-old Ministry of Justice business and provide critical and time-bound services to HMPPS, and are looking for a Plumber / Mechanical Engineer (Level 2) with:
- NVQ Level 2 certificate in a mechanical or plumbing discipline or equivalent
- Good Health & Safety knowledge
- Excellent organisational, time management and people skills
Explore a varied and rewarding career at GFSL. 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, and a range of non-contractual benefits are provided. These range from Death in Service at 4x salary, to access to private GP consultations and an Employee Assistance Programme that offers counselling and information services for preventative care and to help employees in a crisis. There are also a range of financial reward mechanisms and access to 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 difference.
Pride In People
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 recognise the value that every single employee brings to the organisation. Everyone's needs at work are different and we are committed to doing our best to satisfy these differences whilst ensuring consistency and fairness for all. We promise to champion diversity and inclusion with ongoing learning and training, as well as career progression opportunities for everyone.
Future Plans
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/providers no sooner than August 2027.
Pride in People - Do the Right thing - One Team
An ISO 9001 Certified Company
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Identifier: 753547
Salary: Up to £37,329.30 per annum + with a 5% shift allowance
Category: Engineering
Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire
Job Reference: 3059
Job Type: Permanent
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Plumber / Mechanical Engineer in Husborne Crawley employer: Gov Facilities Services Limited (gfsl)
At HMP Eastwood Park, we pride ourselves on being more than just a workplace; we are a supportive family dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing environment for all. As a Painter and Decorator, you will join a passionate team committed to making a positive impact on the lives of others, with ample opportunities for personal growth and skill development. Enjoy a competitive benefits package, including generous holiday allowances and access to private healthcare services, all while contributing to meaningful rehabilitation efforts within the community.
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