Maintenance Plumber
| Posting date: | 28 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,866 to £36,135 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 June 2026 |
| Location: | Oakham, Rutland |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Amey |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7622 |
Summary
Maintenance Plumber – Secure Site | Long‑term FM Contract | No Domestic Call‑outs
HMP Stocken | Permanent role | between £30,866 – £36,135 dependant on experience + 15% weekend allowance
Looking for a secure, steady plumbing role where your skills really make a difference — without constant call‑outs or chasing materials?
We’re recruiting a Maintenance Plumber to join our secure, single-site facilities team at HMP Stocken, working on a long‑term, stable contract supporting essential services within the prison.
This is a site‑based role with regular hours, excellent benefits, and genuine career progression — ideal if you’re looking for security, structure and long‑term development.
HMP Stocken is a well‑established Category C men’s prison near Oakham, Rutland. Set within the countryside, the site offers a stable, single‑location working environment with a strong focus on safety, teamwork and essential services. It’s an ideal setting for trade professionals looking for consistency, structure and meaningful work within a secure facility.
Free on‑site parking available. Easily accessible from Oakham, Stamford and surrounding areas. You’ll be part of a supportive team, with tools and materials and full induction provided.
Why join Amey?
At Amey, we offer more than just a job — we offer long‑term careers on stable contracts.
You’ll benefit from:
Job security – long‑term MoJ contract
Clear progression – opportunities into Team Leader or Facilities Manager roles
Excellent training – funded courses and development programmes
Competitive pension with employer contributions
24 days holiday + bank holidays, with the option to buy more
Flexible benefits – including Cycle to Work, gym discounts and insurance options
Retail & lifestyle discounts through our benefits portal
Two paid Social Impact Days each year
Family‑friendly policies and inclusive working culture
What you’ll be doing
You’ll carry out a mix of planned and reactive plumbing work, helping to keep the site safe, compliant and fully operational. This includes:
General plumbing repairs and maintenance
Working on mains water systems
Fault‑finding and repairing equipment
Inspections, water sampling and basic risk assessments
Identifying and reporting life‑expired equipment
What we’re looking for
We’re keen to hear from practical, hands‑on plumbers who can work safely and confidently in a structured environment:
NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing & Heating (or equivalent)
Experience in plumbing maintenance
Full UK driving licence
Comfortable working in a commercial or similar environment
Legionella awareness is desirable but not essential — training can be provided.
Prison security clearance is required — we’ll support you fully through the process.
HMP Stocken | Permanent role | between £30,866 – £36,135 dependant on experience + 15% weekend allowance
Looking for a secure, steady plumbing role where your skills really make a difference — without constant call‑outs or chasing materials?
We’re recruiting a Maintenance Plumber to join our secure, single-site facilities team at HMP Stocken, working on a long‑term, stable contract supporting essential services within the prison.
This is a site‑based role with regular hours, excellent benefits, and genuine career progression — ideal if you’re looking for security, structure and long‑term development.
HMP Stocken is a well‑established Category C men’s prison near Oakham, Rutland. Set within the countryside, the site offers a stable, single‑location working environment with a strong focus on safety, teamwork and essential services. It’s an ideal setting for trade professionals looking for consistency, structure and meaningful work within a secure facility.
Free on‑site parking available. Easily accessible from Oakham, Stamford and surrounding areas. You’ll be part of a supportive team, with tools and materials and full induction provided.
Why join Amey?
At Amey, we offer more than just a job — we offer long‑term careers on stable contracts.
You’ll benefit from:
Job security – long‑term MoJ contract
Clear progression – opportunities into Team Leader or Facilities Manager roles
Excellent training – funded courses and development programmes
Competitive pension with employer contributions
24 days holiday + bank holidays, with the option to buy more
Flexible benefits – including Cycle to Work, gym discounts and insurance options
Retail & lifestyle discounts through our benefits portal
Two paid Social Impact Days each year
Family‑friendly policies and inclusive working culture
What you’ll be doing
You’ll carry out a mix of planned and reactive plumbing work, helping to keep the site safe, compliant and fully operational. This includes:
General plumbing repairs and maintenance
Working on mains water systems
Fault‑finding and repairing equipment
Inspections, water sampling and basic risk assessments
Identifying and reporting life‑expired equipment
What we’re looking for
We’re keen to hear from practical, hands‑on plumbers who can work safely and confidently in a structured environment:
NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing & Heating (or equivalent)
Experience in plumbing maintenance
Full UK driving licence
Comfortable working in a commercial or similar environment
Legionella awareness is desirable but not essential — training can be provided.
Prison security clearance is required — we’ll support you fully through the process.
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