Mechanical Supervisor (Plumbing Bias)

Description:

SW-008-MechSup-295

Mechanical Supervisor (Plumbing Bias)

£280 – £320 per day
Working for a Maintenance Contractor
Based at a secure site HMP facility near Devizes
Temp role – rolling contract

You will be working for an established maintenance contractor with extensive experience delivering projects and maintenance support to the prison service.

Position Good to Knows

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Working within a Category B or C Prison environment

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Ideally candidates will have current or previous EL1 Prison Security Clearance

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NO TOOLS REQUIRED – ALL SUPPLIED

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Monday to Friday – No Shift Work

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Single-site working – No travelling between properties

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Parking available on site

This role is based within a live secure facility and will involve overseeing a range of mechanical works with a plumbing focus. This includes planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs, mechanical installations, and refurbishment works. Due to additional workloads, the team is seeking a skilled Mechanical Supervisor to support operational delivery in a challenging but rewarding environment.

Important to Know

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All candidates must pass enhanced security and criminal background checks prior to starting

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Due to the secure nature of the facility, personal items such as mobile phones are prohibited beyond security checkpoints

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You will be part of a small mobile team, responsible for the safe control, transport, and use of tools and materials on site

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The role requires working in close coordination with site-based maintenance and security staff and adhering to strict protocols and schedules

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The prison environment may be challenging and is not suited for individuals uncomfortable with high-security procedures or controlled access areas

Key Responsibilities

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Supervise and coordinate mechanical works including plumbing repairs, PPM tasks, and system upgrades

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Oversee and deliver refurbishment and installation works including sanitaryware, heating, and pipework

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Support hands-on work including diagnosing and fixing plumbing issues (e.g. leaks, blockages, faulty valves)

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Monitor subcontractors and internal teams to ensure safe, compliant, and quality delivery of works

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Work closely with planners and managers to ensure projects run on time and to scope

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Ensure accurate records of labour, materials, job progress, and completed works are maintained

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Implement and monitor health & safety compliance, RAMS, and site tool control procedures

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Liaise with site contacts and report any security concerns or logistical issues affecting work progression

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Assist with tool audits, materials control, and sign-off documentation as per prison protocol

What You’ll Need

Strong plumbing background with supervisory experience on mechanical maintenance or installation projects

NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing & Heating, Mechanical Services or equivalent (time-served considered)

Experience working in high-security or live environments (e.g. hospitals, prisons, MOD, education) is highly desirable

Good knowledge of health & safety, PPM scheduling, and reactive fault finding

IT literate and confident using PDA systems and work record tools

CSCS/JIB or equivalent health & safety certification

SMSTS or SSSTS certification would be beneficial but not essential

Full UK driving licence preferred due to potential secure site access logistics

Additional Information

This is a long-term role with the potential for extension and/or permanent opportunities

Applicants must be comfortable working in a prison environment and undergoing vetting procedures

Tools and PPE must be signed in/out and managed securely on site per daily tool check processes

This role would suit someone reliable, detail-oriented, and confident supervising small teams in a live, secure setting

Next Steps

If you are an experienced Mechanical Supervisor with a plumbing background and are ready to take on a role in a high-security environment, apply now. Following your application, the role and responsibilities will be discussed with you in more detail.

ITS Property Maintenance are acting as an employment business for this vacancy

To achieve the upper pay bracket you must show good experience of working on repair contracts.

The advertised rates are based on working CIS but a PAYE and holiday payment method and rate can be discussed, but this will mean a slight reduction in the advertised headline rate.

ITS Property Maintenance specialise in working within the social housing sector where we work with: ✅ Housing Association ✅ Local Authority ✅ Direct Labour Organisation ✅ Maintenance Contractors ✅ Estates Department ✅ FM Contractors. Providing ✅Maintenance Trades and Labour Operatives ✅Operational Management Staff ✅Customer and Delivery Support Professionals