Plumber
Location: Boston
Salary: Up to £35,000 + 15% weekend shift allowance (rota-based)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 39 hours per week (rota-based including 1 in 3 weekends)
Overview
We are currently seeking a skilled and reliable Plumber to join our on-site facilities management team at HMP Durham. This is a permanent role offering stability, a competitive salary, and additional weekend and on-call allowances.
As part of a critical maintenance team within a secure environment, you’ll be carrying out a range of routine and reactive plumbing tasks that contribute to the safety and efficiency of the prison estate.
Key Responsibilities
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Carry out routine and non-routine plumbing maintenance
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Diagnose and repair faults in mains water supplies and domestic systems
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Conduct inspections, water sampling, and risk assessments
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Identify and rectify life-expired equipment and associated issues
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Operate light plant equipment as required
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Ensure all tasks are completed in line with health and safety protocols
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Support wider estate maintenance and compliance as part of the FM team
What You’ll Need
Essential:
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NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing and Heating (or equivalent)
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Full UK driving licence
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Proven experience in a commercial plumbing environment
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Ability to work on a rota, including 1 in 3 weekends and on-call shifts
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Comfortable working in a secure facility and passing security clearance
Desirable:
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Legionella Control (L8) certification
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Experience working within secure or high-compliance settings
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Familiarity with facilities management processes
Benefits
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Competitive salary up to £35,000 + 15% weekend allowance
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Paid on-call duties (additional to salary)
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24 days annual leave + bank holidays
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Company pension scheme
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Career development and training support
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Access to employee discounts and benefit schemes
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Paid volunteering days
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Health and wellbeing resources
Get in touch with Jacob from HVAC for more info
