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Escort Fabric Operative Albany

Isle of Wight, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Mid level

Job Role: Handyperson Location: HMP Albany, 55 Parkhurst Rd, Newport, IOW. PO30 5RS Salary: £26,575.65 per annum Contract: Permanent - 39hrs per week - Mon-Fri We are seeking a practical and confident Handyperson / Maint…

Skills: Hand and Power Tool Use, Building Fabric Maintenance, Hard FM, First Aid at Work, Health & Safety

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Supervisor Mechanical Pentonville

London, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Senior

Job Role: Mechanical Supervisor (Plumbing Supervisor) Location: HMP Pentonville (N7) Salary: £48,574.47 plus additional 5% basic salary in recognition of shift and weekend working Contract: Full Time - Perm We are seekin…

Skills: Plumbing, Staff Supervision, Water Supply Regulation, Legionella L8 Control, Commercial Heating Systems

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Stores Operative Send

Guildford, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Mid level

Job Role: Stores Person Location: HMP Send, Ripley Rd, Woking. GU23 7LJ Salary: £28,853.57 per annum Contract: Permanent - 39hrs per week - Mon-Fri We are seeking a dedicated Stores Operative to join our team at HMP Send…

Skills: Fork Lift Truck Operation, English and Maths, Driving, HGV Driving, First Aid at Work

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Administration Officer Winchester

Winchester, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Mid level

Administration Officer Location: HMP Winchester, Romsey Rd, Winchester. SO22 5DF Salary: £32,353.57 per annum (includes £3500 location bonus per annum) Contract: Full Time - Permanent - 39hrs per week - Mon-Fri We are se…

Skills: CAFM, IT Systems, Office Administration, First Aid, Microsoft Office

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Painter and Decorator Portland

Isle of Portland, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Mid level

Painter and Decorator Location: HMP Portland - DT5 1DL Salary: £30,656.92 per annum Contract: Permanent, full time - 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our team at HMP Portl…

Skills: Painting and Decorating, Maintenance, Health & Safety, Organisational Skills, Time Management

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Plumber / Mechanical Engineer Level 2 Erlestoke

Erlestoke, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Mid level

Job Role: Plumber Location: HMP Erlestoke, Devizes. SN10 5TU Salary: £36,066.96 per annum Contract: Permanent- 39hrs per week - Mon-Fri We are seeking a dedicated Plumber / Mechanical Engineer (Level 2) to join our team …

Skills: Plumbing, Mechanical Engineering, Health & Safety, Organizational Skills, Time Management

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Supervisor Mechanical Level 3 Swaleside

Minster, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Senior

Mechanical Supervisor (Plumbing) Location: HMP Swaleside Salary: £46,775.42 Contract: Permanent, Full-Time, 39hrs Are you an accomplished Plumber with experience managing or leading teams from a Facilities, Forces or Hea…

Skills: Plumbing, Team Leadership, Facilities Management, Project Management, Health & Safety

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Engineer Mechanical Maidstone Level 2

Maidstone, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Mid level

Job Role: Engineer Mechanical Level 2 Location: HMP Maidstone 36 County Road, Maidstone ME14 1UZ Salary: £36,066.96 Contract: Full Time | Permanent We are seeking a dedicated Plumber / Mechanical Engineer (Level 2) to jo…

Skills: Plumbing, Mechanical Engineering, Health & Safety, Organizational Skills, Time Management

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Plumber / Mechanical Engineer Level 2 Bure

North Norfolk, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Mid level

Job Role: Plumber (Level 2) Location: HMP Bure - Norfolk, NR10 5GB Salary: £36,066.96 and a 5% shift allowance Contract: Full time/ Permanent We are seeking a dedicated Plumber (Level 2) to join our team at HMP Bure, a C…

Skills: Plumbing, Mechanical Engineering, Health & Safety, Organizational Skills, Time Management

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Engineer Mechanical (Level 3) Bedford

Bedford, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Mid level

Job Role: Mechanical Engineer (Plumber) Location: HMP Bedford- St Loyes Street, Bedford, MK401HG Salary: £43,177.30 per annum + 5% additional for working shifts covering weekends Contract: Full time/Permanent We are seek…

Skills: Plumbing, Domestic Heating, Mechanical Engineering, HVAC, Water Supply Regulations

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Escort/Fabric Operative Downview

Reigate and Banstead, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Mid level

Job Role: Fabric Operative / Escort Location: HMP Downview (SM2) Salary: £28,087.80 Contract: Full Time - Perm (39hrs) We are seeking a practical and confident Handyperson / Maintenance Operative to join our team at HMP …

Skills: Hand And Power Tools, Building Fabric Maintenance, Hard FM, First Aid At Work, Health & Safety

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Supervisor Electrical Wayland

Breckland District, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Senior

Job Role: Electrical Supervisor Location: HMP Wayland- Thompson Road, Griston Thetford IP256RL Salary: £46,775.42 with on call working Contract: Full time/Permanent We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our team …

Skills: Electrical Maintenance, Staff Supervision, Commercial Electrical Systems, Industrial Electrical Systems, Building Services

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CRED Supervisor Woodhill 12M FTC

City of Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Mid level

Position: CRED Supervisor Location: HMP Woodhill-MK4 4DA Salary: £36,066.96 with 5% shift allowance Contract: Full time - Fixed Term Contract-12Months We are seeking a dedicated Cred Supervisor individual to join our tea…

Skills: Staff Supervision, Project Management, Small Scale Refurbishments, Health And Safety, Mentorship

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Electrician (Level 3) Bullingdon

Cherwell District, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Mid level

Job Role: Electrician Location: HMP Bullingdon OX25 Salary: £46,177.30 with an additional 5% basic salary in recognition of shift and weekend work. Contract: Full Time - Perm (39hrs per week - shift work mon to sun) We a…

Skills: Electrical Installation, Commercial Electrical Systems, Industrial Electrical Systems, Planned Preventive Maintenance, Fault Finding

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Plumber / Mechanical Engineer (Level 2) Chelmsford

Chelmsford, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Mid level

Job Role: Level 2 Plumber Location: HMP Chelmsford Salary: £36,066.96 plus a 5% shift allowance for weekend working Contract: Full time/Permanent We are seeking a dedicated Plumber / Mechanical Engineer (Level 2) to join…

Skills: Plumbing, Mechanical Engineering, Health & Safety, Organizational Skills, Time Management

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Stores Operative Chelmsford

Chelmsford, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Mid level

Job Role: Stores Operative Location: HMP Chelmsford Salary: £28,853.57 Contract: Full time/Permanent 39 hours per week We are seeking a dedicated Stores Operative to join our team at HMP Chelmsford, a Category B & Adult/…

Skills: Fork Lift Truck Operation, Inventory Management, Health & Safety, Time Management, Organizational Skills

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Plumber / Mechanical Engineer (Level 2) Swaleside

Minster, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Mid level

Job Role: Plumber (Level 2) Location: HMP Swaleside, Brabazon Rd, Eastchurch, Isle of Sheppey ME12 4AX Salary: £36,066.96 per annum + 5% additional in recognition of weekend working Contract: Permanent, full time, 39 hou…

Skills: Plumbing, Mechanical Engineering, Health & Safety, Organizational Skills, Time Management

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Electrician (Level 2) Swaleside

Minster, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Mid level

Electrician (Level 2) Location: HMP Swaleside, Brabazon Rd, Eastchurch, Isle of Sheppey ME12 4AX Salary: £34,931.68 per annum Contract: Full Time, Permanent We are seeking a dedicated Electrician (Level 2) to join our te…

Skills: Electrical Maintenance, Health & Safety, Time Management, Organizational Skills, People Skills

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Escort/Fabric Operative Channings Wood

Teignbridge, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Mid level

Handyperson Location: HMP Channings Wood, Greenhill Ln, Denbury, Newton Abbot, TQ12 6DW Salary: £26,575.65 per annum Contract: Permanent, full time - 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday We are seeking a practical and con…

Skills: Hand And Power Tools, Building Fabric Maintenance, First Aid At Work, Health & Safety, Time Management

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Escort/Fabric Operative Wayland

Breckland District, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Mid level

Job Role: Escort/Handyperson Location: HMP Wayland Salary: £26,575.65 Contract: Full time/ Permananent We are seeking a practical and confident Handyperson / Maintenance Operative to join our team at HMP Wayland, a Categ…

Skills: Hand and Power Tools, Building Fabric Maintenance, Hard FM, First Aid at Work, Health & Safety

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Escort Fabric Operative Albany

Gov Facility Services Ltd (GFSL)

Isle of Wight, England, United Kingdom • On-site

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  • Full-time
  • professional certificate
  • 25 Days Holiday, Bank Holidays, Death In Service (4x Salary), Private GP Consultations, Employee Assistance Programme, Counselling
  • Posted 1d ago
  • Apply by Jul 23
  • ~39 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Perform general maintenance and fabric repairs to ensure the smooth and safe operation of HMP Albany. Work alongside a multidisciplinary facilities team to maintain a secure environment for prisoners, staff, and visitors.

Requirements

Requires experience with hand/power tools and building fabric maintenance, along with a First Aid at Work qualification. Candidates must possess Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths and have strong health and safety knowledge.

Full job description

Job Role:   Handyperson
Location:  HMP Albany, 55 Parkhurst Rd, Newport, IOW. PO30 5RS
Salary:      £26,575.65 per annum
Contract:  Permanent - 39hrs per week - Mon-Fri

 
We are seeking a practical and confident Handyperson / Maintenance Operative to join our team at HMP Albany a category B adult male prison as an Escort / Fabric Operative. 

 
Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues – we work Monday to Friday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment.

 
HMP Albany runs like a self-contained city 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 an Escort / Fabric Operative, 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.

 
If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this compelling opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.

 
We are a Ministry of Justice business and provide critical and time-bound services to HMPPS, and are looking for an experienced Handyperson to join us as an Escort / Fabric Operative with a combination of:
  • Experience of prison environment (Desirable)
  • Experience of use of hand and power tools 
  • Previous experience of working within a building fabric / Hard FM environment 
  • Up to date First Aid at Work Qualification 
  • Level 2 qualification in English and Maths 
  • Good Health & Safety knowledge
  • Excellent organisational, time management and people skills
If this sounds like you, we would like to hear from you!

 
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 it's 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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About Gov Facility Services Ltd (GFSL)

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A Ministry of Justice owned company delivering Facility Services alongside HMPPS.

Industry
Facilities Services
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
2018
Headquarters
London, England
LinkedIn followers
4,251

Gov Facility Services Limited (GFSL) is a Ministry of Justice owned company. Set up in February 2018 we provide facility maintenance services to 47 prisons across the South of England. We work closely with our client, Her Majesty's Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS), to deliver a range of facility services, including statutory and mandatory planned maintenance, reactive repair, cleaning, stores operation, and Project works. Our core objective is to support HMPPS in the provision of a safe working environment and the maintenance, operation and improvement of prisons. Since setting up the company, we have made significant progress in stabilising and improving the FM services we provide, while developing our core business systems and infrastructure from scratch to support a team of 1300 people and over 200 specialist supplier partners. We aim to progress these business improvements and efficiencies over the coming years to develop our position as a reliable, safe, trusted and efficient business to underpin the core operations of the Southern prison estate. Delivering our services in Prisons is challenging, but rewarding - our people enable a key part of the Justice system to work: allowing offenders to be housed securely and safely, with dignity, and helping the Prison Service reduce reoffending by providing opportunities for offenders to have purposeful activity, develop skills and gain experience of work - in this we currently support over a million hours per year of offender work across the 49 prisons we maintain. Come and Join Us We offer a diverse range of operational, technical and business roles across the South and also within our central corporate team in London and Sheffield, each providing the potential for rewarding career paths. For all of our roles, we are looking for energetic, committed people who will relish being part of something important and individuals who enjoy challenging, rewarding and varied work opportunities.

Offices: 102 Petty France, London, England SW1H 9EA, GB · 2 Tenter Street, 1st Floor, Sheffield, England S1 4BY, GB

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About Gov Facility Services Ltd (GFSL)

LinkedInVisit site

A Ministry of Justice owned company delivering Facility Services alongside HMPPS.

Industry
Facilities Services
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
2018
Headquarters
London, England
LinkedIn followers
4,251

Gov Facility Services Limited (GFSL) is a Ministry of Justice owned company. Set up in February 2018 we provide facility maintenance services to 47 prisons across the South of England. We work closely with our client, Her Majesty's Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS), to deliver a range of facility services, including statutory and mandatory planned maintenance, reactive repair, cleaning, stores operation, and Project works. Our core objective is to support HMPPS in the provision of a safe working environment and the maintenance, operation and improvement of prisons. Since setting up the company, we have made significant progress in stabilising and improving the FM services we provide, while developing our core business systems and infrastructure from scratch to support a team of 1300 people and over 200 specialist supplier partners. We aim to progress these business improvements and efficiencies over the coming years to develop our position as a reliable, safe, trusted and efficient business to underpin the core operations of the Southern prison estate. Delivering our services in Prisons is challenging, but rewarding - our people enable a key part of the Justice system to work: allowing offenders to be housed securely and safely, with dignity, and helping the Prison Service reduce reoffending by providing opportunities for offenders to have purposeful activity, develop skills and gain experience of work - in this we currently support over a million hours per year of offender work across the 49 prisons we maintain. Come and Join Us We offer a diverse range of operational, technical and business roles across the South and also within our central corporate team in London and Sheffield, each providing the potential for rewarding career paths. For all of our roles, we are looking for energetic, committed people who will relish being part of something important and individuals who enjoy challenging, rewarding and varied work opportunities.

Offices: 102 Petty France, London, England SW1H 9EA, GB · 2 Tenter Street, 1st Floor, Sheffield, England S1 4BY, GB

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