Maintenance Manager

Priory Group; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Solihull seeks a Maintenance Manager to oversee the maintenance operations of the facility. The successful candidate will ensure a safe and comfortable environment for patients by managing a team and liaising with contractors. This full-time role requires a NVQ Level 3 qualification in an electrical, mechanical, or building trade, along with leadership experience. Benefits include free on-site parking, enhanced maternity pay, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Birthday Holiday

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship for professional qualifications

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities, operational, trade, or maintenance role.
• JIB approved status required.
• Natural empathy to support others.

Responsibilities

• Ensure maintenance of a safe and comfortable environment.
• Manage and oversee general maintenance tasks.
• Identify and prioritize repairs and replacements.
• Liaise with local contractors for maintenance schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Empathy

Resilience

Education

NVQ Level 3 in a key trade

Job description

Maintenance Manager

Application Deadline: 28 February 2026

Department: Site Support Roles

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Solihull

Compensation: £26,593 / year

Description

Priory Hospital Solihullis looking to recruit a Maintenance Manager to join the team. This is a full time role of 37.5 a week. Located in Meriden, Warwickshire, Priory Hospital Solihull is a 31-bedded hospital supporting the NHS by offering level 2 rehabilitation services for males.

What you\'ll be doing

You’ll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the hospital and to support the wellbeing of our patients. While your role doesn’t involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you\'re assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.

• Ensures the maintenance of a well decorated, safe and comfortable environment throughout the unit, in line with quality standards and ensures that work processes comply with statutory regulations.
• Manages, oversees and undertakes a variety of general maintenance jobs as required, with particular focus on ensuring that patient / pupil related jobs are completed as a priority. Prioritises the work of Maintenance Assistants and/or Gardeners as befits their skill level.
• Identifies damage, faults and other related issues, and priorities their repair or replacement, whilst ensuring that environmental conditions continue to meet quality standards and statutory regulations. Receives and acts upon information concerning faults or damage.
• Liaises with local contractors on site, as required, providing local knowledge and guidance, in order that planned and preventative maintenance schedules can be completed in a timely fashion. Additionally, monitors local contracts as required, deals with any variances directly with contractors.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you\'ll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

The role holder is responsible for ensuring the confidentiality and identity of patients, students, and pupils residing at or attending Priory units. They must hold a relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in a key electrical, mechanical, or building trade, with Joint Industries Board (JIB) approved status. Candidates should also have experience gained within a facilities, operational, trade, or maintenance role.

This position is a leadership role at Priory and during the interview process we will be assessing candidates against our leadership behaviours. These are a set of ten values driven behaviours that define great leadership at Priory. They are integral to driving a positive high performing culture where we strive to deliver the best care and outcomes for the people we support. You can find out more about our interview approach and our leadership behaviours here. For more information about the role, you can email [e-mail]

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Free on-site parking
• Birthday Holiday - your birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.