Plumber
CV-LibraryLeicester, LeicestershiretemporaryPosted: 29 July 2026
Apply NowWe are recruiting an experienced plumber to work at HMP Leicester expected to be ongoing on a temporary basis for the next few months. This is a long-term temporary contract offering sociable, full-time hours and overtime. There is the possibility for a permanent role for the right candidate.
Your new role:
As a Plumber, you'll be involved in a wide range of tasks crucial to our daily operations. Your responsibilities will typically include:
Responsible for the provision of a variety of maintenance and reactive tasks (as possible in accordance with competency), with attention to detail and an uncompromising approach to compliance.
Carry out PPM activities and reactive repairs.
Routine and non-routine maintenance.
Fault-finding and identification of life-expired equipment.
Check, repair and make good faults and life expired equipment.
Inspections, water sampling and risk assessment.
Mains water supply repairs.
Minimise wastage and continually improve processes.
Ensure statutory works are carried out on time and that work is compliant.
This role may include working at height and in all weather conditions.
New works/installations/upgrades/commissioning.
Follow MOJ Security protocols, including tool management.
Any other duties commensurate with the role.
Where required, you may be asked to support other establishments on an ad hoc basis.
Assist escorting duties as required.Details:
Pay Frequency: Weekly
Working Days: Monday to Friday (overtime cover at weekends available)
Working Hours: 39 hours per week
What you'll need to succeed
You will need to be honest, hard-working, reliable, trustworthy and have great attention to detail, alongside being an excellent team player.All applicants who are interested in the position must pass MOJ Prison Clearance, which can take up to 8 weeks or more. You will need a passport or photo driving licence to apply for clearance. Once passed, this is valid for 5 years and can be transferred to any other prisons of a similar category.
Qualifications
NVQ level 2 in Plumbing and Heating with experience in plumbing maintenance
Experience of operating light plant
Legionella awareness and compliance. - Desirable
Skills
Basic Health and Safety
Basic IT skills
Experience
Proven track record of working with commercial water systems and understanding of water storage systems
Have experience of working with compliance of water management and Legionella
An understanding of building maintenance
Knowledge of building and system compliance (training will be provided)
Experience of working within a custodial environment (desirable)
Able to work at heights
Able to work independently and use initiative
Working in a Commercial EnvironmentAdditional: There may be a requirement for weekend work on a rota basis (1 in 3 or 4), and part of an on-call rota.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Your new role:
As a Plumber, you'll be involved in a wide range of tasks crucial to our daily operations. Your responsibilities will typically include:
Responsible for the provision of a variety of maintenance and reactive tasks (as possible in accordance with competency), with attention to detail and an uncompromising approach to compliance.
Carry out PPM activities and reactive repairs.
Routine and non-routine maintenance.
Fault-finding and identification of life-expired equipment.
Check, repair and make good faults and life expired equipment.
Inspections, water sampling and risk assessment.
Mains water supply repairs.
Minimise wastage and continually improve processes.
Ensure statutory works are carried out on time and that work is compliant.
This role may include working at height and in all weather conditions.
New works/installations/upgrades/commissioning.
Follow MOJ Security protocols, including tool management.
Any other duties commensurate with the role.
Where required, you may be asked to support other establishments on an ad hoc basis.
Assist escorting duties as required.Details:
Pay Frequency: Weekly
Working Days: Monday to Friday (overtime cover at weekends available)
Working Hours: 39 hours per week
What you'll need to succeed
You will need to be honest, hard-working, reliable, trustworthy and have great attention to detail, alongside being an excellent team player.All applicants who are interested in the position must pass MOJ Prison Clearance, which can take up to 8 weeks or more. You will need a passport or photo driving licence to apply for clearance. Once passed, this is valid for 5 years and can be transferred to any other prisons of a similar category.
Qualifications
NVQ level 2 in Plumbing and Heating with experience in plumbing maintenance
Experience of operating light plant
Legionella awareness and compliance. - Desirable
Skills
Basic Health and Safety
Basic IT skills
Experience
Proven track record of working with commercial water systems and understanding of water storage systems
Have experience of working with compliance of water management and Legionella
An understanding of building maintenance
Knowledge of building and system compliance (training will be provided)
Experience of working within a custodial environment (desirable)
Able to work at heights
Able to work independently and use initiative
Working in a Commercial EnvironmentAdditional: There may be a requirement for weekend work on a rota basis (1 in 3 or 4), and part of an on-call rota.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)