At a Glance
- Tasks: Join the SPS Maintenance Team to deliver essential plumbing services across Scotland's prisons.
- Company: Scottish Prison Service, committed to personal and professional development.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and discounts at popular retailers.
- Other info: Flexible location options available; all tools and PPE provided.
- Why this job: Make a real difference while working in a supportive and dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Must have completed an apprenticeship in plumbing or mechanical discipline to SVQ level 3.
The predicted salary is between 34000 - 38000 £ per year.
The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) is currently recruiting permanent Plumbers to work within our prisons across Scotland. The Plumber will support the SPS Maintenance Team in all aspects of Estates work, delivering preventative and reactive maintenance activities on plumbing and fitting works, including but not limited to legionella controls, heating, and ventilation systems.
All of our Plumber roles are based on 35 hours per week worked across Monday to Friday, and we provide all tools and PPE. There will be a requirement for you to periodically work on call hours, and you may need to travel to other establishments and areas. For this reason, a full driving licence that enables the person to drive in the UK is preferred.
Some of the benefits you can enjoy in this role are:
- Attractive Pension (Civil Service)
- Commitment to your personal and professional development
- Annual Leave - 34 days rising to 42 days
- Free on-site gym and car parking
- Discounts at high street stores, supermarkets and restaurants through our partners at Blue Light Card, Edenred and Civil Service Sports Council
- Sick Pay
- All tools and PPE provided
Applicant should have served a recognised apprenticeship in heating, plumbing or mechanical discipline to SVQ level 3. Successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks, which will include an Enhanced Disclosure Scotland check, References, DVLA licence check (where applicable) and Nationality checks as well as a Medical Assessment.
*Please note the annual pay package is dependent on qualifications, skills and experience, and is made up of basic salary plus temporary allowances. Closing date: 28 August
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