Maintenance Manager

Priory Group; England; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health treatment provider is seeking a skilled Maintenance Manager to ensure the smooth operation and maintenance of the hospital environment. This role involves overseeing maintenance jobs, complying with safety standards, and managing local contractors. Candidates should possess NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant trade and demonstrate experience in operational roles. This full-time position offers competitive benefits including on-site parking and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Birthday Holiday

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym membership

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship of professional qualifications

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience in a facilities, operational, trade, or maintenance role.
• Proven practical competency in relevant maintenance fields.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the maintenance of a safe and comfortable environment.
• Oversee general maintenance jobs and prioritize as necessary.
• Identify repairs needed and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Liaise with contractors for maintenance schedules.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Leadership

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in electrical, mechanical, or building trades

Job description

Maintenance Manager

Application Deadline: 31 December 2025

Department: Site Support Roles

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Priory Hospital Hayes Grove

Compensation: £27,570 / year

Description

Priory Hospital Hayes Grove is looking to recruit a Maintenance Manager to join the team. This is a full time 37.5 hours role.

Priory Hospital Hayes Grove is one of the UK’s leading mental health and addiction rehab hospitals.

We can provide world class residential treatment for a range of mental health conditions, including treatment for depression, as well as drug and alcohol addiction treatment. We also provide outpatient treatment for young people and private CAMHS assessments options and private autism assessments for adults.

Our comprehensive treatment programmes are delivered by our specialist multidisciplinary team, who work together to create a strong support network for our patients. Located in Bromley, South East London, Hayes Grove is one of Priory’s most renowned hospitals for our diverse range of therapeutic approaches, and we are experts in making assessments and advising on the best treatment options.

As well as operating as a mental health and addiction treatment hospital, Hayes Grove is also a formal teaching hospital. We are affiliated with a number of universities, including Canterbury Christ Church University, King’s College London and Goldsmith’s, University of London. Our status as a teaching hospital places us at the forefront of the latest research, meaning that our treatment programmes are informed by the very latest developments in the industry.

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 ideal candidate will hold a relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in one of the key electrical, mechanical, or building trades, with Joint Industries Board (JIB) approved status. They should have experience gained within a facilities, operational, trade, or maintenance role, demonstrating practical competency and knowledge within their field.

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.