On-Site Plumber

Location: HMP Buckley Hall, Rochdale
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Salary: £30,866 – £36,135
Hours: 39 hours per week (Monday –Thursday 08:00–16:30, Friday finish at 15:30)

Build a secure career where your skills truly matter

We’re currently looking for a qualified Plumber to join our Facilities Management team at HMP Buckley Hall, supporting the Ministry of Justice.

This is a role with real purpose. The work you do will directly contribute to maintaining a safe, clean and efficient environment for staff, visitors and those in custody. If you’re looking for stability, meaningful work and long‑term career progression, this could be the role for you.

About the role

As a Plumber at HMP Buckley Hall, you’ll work as part of a highly skilled on‑site team maintaining a complex, secure environment. No two days are the same, and your expertise will be vital in keeping critical services running safely and reliably.

Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out planned and reactive plumbing maintenance
• Repairing and maintaining mains water supply systems
• Fault‑finding, repairing and replacing life‑expired equipment
• Completing inspections, water and Legionella sampling, and risk assessments
• Supporting site operations with additional tasks as required

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for practical, reliable professionals who take pride in their work and understand the importance of working safely in a secure environment.

You’ll ideally have:

• A full UK driving licence
• Hands‑on experience in Plumbing in commercial or industrial settings
• Experience operating light plant
• NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing and Heating is essential
• Legionella (L8) and water risk assessment experience

Don’t worry if you don’t tick every box. If you have transferable skills and the right attitude, we’ll support you with training and development.

Security clearance

This role is subject to Prison Security Clearance and Standard DBS. Amey will fully support you through the process.

Why join Amey?

• Long‑term security – We work on stable, long‑term contracts that allow you to plan your future with confidence
• Career progression – Clear pathways into roles such as Facilities Team Leader or Site Manager
• Training & development – Ongoing technical training and fully funded leadership development programmes
• Recognised employer – Investors in People Platinum accredited

Your benefits

We believe in supporting you both at work and at home, with a flexible benefits package you can tailor to suit your life:

• At least 24 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy more
• Generous pension scheme with enhanced employer contributions
• Flexible benefits platform including insurance options, Cycle2Work and gym discounts
• Exclusive retailer discounts through our online benefits portal
• Two paid Social Impact Days each year to support volunteering or fundraising
• Family‑friendly policies for parents and carers
• Employee Affinity Networks that connect and support diverse communities
• On‑site benefits including free parking, gym access and catering facilities

About Amey

Who we are
Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems.

What we do
We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.

Learn more at amey.co.uk/careers

Diversity & Inclusion

At Amey, everyone belongs. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader, guaranteeing an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements.

If you need any reasonable adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process, please contact peopleservices@amey.co.uk.

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We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications — apply today to avoid missing out.

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