Title:  On-Site Plumber

Plumber

HMP Kirkham – Freckleton Road, Kirkham, Preston, PR4 2RN
Permanent | 39 hours per week

We’re recruiting a qualified Plumber to join our Facilities Management team at HMP Kirkham, an open prison near Preston. This is a stable, long‑term role on a secure Ministry of Justice contract.

Working hours

• 39 hours per week
• Monday–Thursday: 08:00 – 17:00
• Friday–Sunday: 08:00 – 16:00
• 1 in 3 weekends on a rota basis
• 15% weekend allowance on basic salary

Why work at HMP Kirkham?

HMP Kirkham is an open prison, offering a calmer working environment than many custodial sites. You’ll be part of a supportive on‑site team, with:

• Free on‑site parking
• Access to an on‑site gym
• Catering facilities
• Consistent hours and predictable shifts
• Long‑term job security on a stable contract

What you’ll be doing

• Routine and reactive plumbing maintenance
• Mains water supply repairs
• Fault finding and repairs on life‑expired equipment
• Inspections, water sampling and basic risk assessments
• Making good following repairs

What we’re looking for

• NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing & Heating is essential
• Experience working in a commercial environment
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience using light plant equipment
• Legionella Control (L8) – desirable

If you meet most of the criteria but not all, we still encourage you to apply – training and development can be provided.

Security clearance

This role is subject to Prison Security Clearance and a Standard DBS check.
Amey will support you through the full clearance process.

What you’ll get in return

• Competitive salary with annual review potential
• At least 24 days holiday + bank holidays, with option to buy more
• Generous pension scheme with employer contributions
• Career progression to roles such as Facilities Team Leader or Site Manager
• Ongoing training and fully funded development programmes
• Flexible benefits including:
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Insurance options
  • Discounted gym membership
• Online employee discounts portal
• Two paid Social Impact Days per year
• Family‑friendly policies
• Access to Amey Affinity Networks

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 lifecycle of new and legacy assets.

Find out more: amey.co.uk/careers

Diversity & Inclusion

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader, guaranteeing an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.

For reasonable adjustments or recruitment support, contact: peopleservices@amey.co.uk

Apply now – we may close the vacancy early if we receive enough applications.

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