Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical)
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role may qualify for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 5315 is an eligible occupation, but we are only 56% sure that is the right code. SPIRE HEALTHCARE LIMITED is a licensed sponsor, so if the code fits, the role should qualify. Check the occupation eligibility rules against what the job actually involves.
This could also be SOC 3113 (Engineering technicians) or SOC 5223 (Metal working production and maintenance fitters). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5315 Plumbers and heating and ventilating installers and repairers Most likely code | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
3113 Engineering technicians Also possible | £33,400 | £34,000 | £38,300 | £42,500 |
5223 Metal working production and maintenance fitters Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Hospital Engineer | Maintenance | Manchester | Private Hospital | Full Time | Permanent | 37.5 hours | Competitive basic salary plus excellent benefits
Spire Manchester Hospital is recruiting for an Engineer to join their fantastic team on a permanent basis. The successful applicant will work as part of the engineering team providing a comprehensive and cost-effective engineering service within the hospital. Maintaining a safe environment for all staff and customers.
Spire Manchester Hospital offers a comprehensive range of specialist treatments in purpose-built private hospital facilities in Didsbury. Part of the award-winning Spire healthcare group, we’re world-class experts offering fast access to specialised and personalised healthcare using some of the latest diagnostic and treatment technologies.
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, various shifts between 8 am and 8 pm, 1 out of 6 on call week hours are Monday to Friday 09:30am – 05:30pm
Contract Type: Permanent
Reporting to the Engineering Manager you will support the compliance through planned preventative maintenance and reactive works across site.
The ideal candidate will possess the skills and experience necessary to maintain and correct water systems, including pumps, calorifiers, plate heat exchangers, and pipework, and will be expected to supervise and manage this aspect of our operations.
Duties and responsibilities:
- To implement a comprehensive, cost effective, planned and preventative maintenance programme for all building services, utilising the network Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- To identify personal training and development requirements, for self and team, consistent with the hospital business plan.
- To assist the Engineering Manager as point of contact for all external contractors providing specialist services to building / building services / equipment and manage those contractors whilst on site in line with Spire policy.
Who we're looking for:
- Must hold relevant certificates or be willing to undertake specialist training in specific areas
- Have experience in building services management with a track record of success
- Have extensive knowledge of building services
- Be able to prioritise demands against resources
- Be able to support hospital compliance with changing legislation
- It would be advantageous to have served a recognised apprenticeship in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering with C&G Qualification in electrical or Mechanical field and have experience of working in a hospital environment, or similar settings
Benefits
We offer employed colleagues a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
- 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
- Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
- ‘Spire for you’ reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
- Free Bupa wellness screening
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance
- Free On-Site Gym
- Save an average of £50 per month with our free onsite car park
Our Values
We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation:
- Driving clinical excellence
- Doing the right thing
- Caring is our passion
- Keeping it simple
- Delivering on our promises
- Succeeding and celebrating together
Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.
Closing Date: If we have received sufficient applications, this date may be brought forward so please submit your application as soon as possible.
For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with SPIRE HEALTHCARE LIMITED, so check their own site for the current details.
This role appears to be based at this CQC-rated location:
- Spire Manchester Hospital
Manchester
OutstandingRated Oct 2022
Matched from the job description. Source: Care Quality Commission.
Where this offer sits in the market
Plumbers and heating and ventilating installers and repairers (SOC 5315) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~58k in sample- Middle half £30,524–43,524
- Median £36,556
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. SPIRE HEALTHCARE LIMITED holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 5315 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.