Mechanical Engineer / Plumber - Hmp Northumberland

HMP Northumberland have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer / Plumber.You will maintain, and repair various equipment and parts, benefiting to the good upkeep and infrastructure of HMP Northumberland. As a working prison, HMP Northumberland work towards the resettlement of prisoners upon their release into the community and their integration into society through the skills acquired while in our care. We are committed to supporting people to change their lives for the better and lead law-abiding lives. HMP Northumberland offers a variety of initiatives and programmes to help prisoners engage within the prison’s rehabilitative culture. This includes various educational and vocational qualifications, as well as a variety of opportunities for residents to learn new skills within our workshops and industries departments. We have textile, engineering and electrical workshops and can offer prisoners experience in horticulture, market gardens, cleaning, waste management and laundry services on site.Main Responsibilities:Carry out inspection, maintenance, examination, and testing to onsite systems.Read and understand technical diagrams and instructions. Perform general maintenance activities in line with your skill set and support other colleagues where required.Inspect and make improvements to the resident decency standards.Troubleshoot and look to resolve technical issues using appropriate testing devices.Repair and replace building services equipment or fixtures (both mechanical and some basic electrical).Perform a range of mechanical and plumbing repairs.Ensure Health and Safety policies are always adhered to.Undertake duties, as required that contribute to the effective and safe operation of the prison.Participate in ‘out of hours call out procedures’ on an “On Call” rota system and take appropriate action.Work in accordance with Sodexo’s policies and procedures.Please see attached job description for further information regarding the role requirements.The Ideal Candidate:High level of inter- personal skillsHave a positive approach to Health and SafetyProactive, systematic approach to tasks.Ability to work to correct time schedules and deadlines.Must have served a recognised apprenticeship and obtained relevant trade qualification.Ability to perform tasks alone or in a team to a high standard and with limited or no supervision.Be professional, motivated, and enthusiastic to work independently and as part of a wider team.Be willing to undergo additional training (Where required), in essential areas of site needs to include  ‘locksmith’s course’ to meet site PPM and reactive maintenance requirements associated with site wide locks.The work of a Mechanical Engineer / Plumber can often be physically demanding. To install and repair equipment, they may need to crawl, climb, and stand for extended periods of time and therefore, a level of physical robustness is required.  Must also be able to operate power tools and be responsible for tool security.Please, note, all offers are subject to full security clearance.What We Offer: Salary: up to £27.000.00 per annum. Hours: 37.5 hours per week.Health and wellbeing incentives.Training and development opportunities.Life assurance. Reward and Recognition schemesVolunteering daysPension schemes and much more!Please see benefits guide attached which outlines all of Sodexo's excellent benefits! About The Company At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.