Service Engineer / LOLER Engineer

Francesca's Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Service Engineer / LOLER Engineer to join a company in Brighton. The role involves conducting LOLER inspections, maintaining care home equipment, and providing exceptional service. Applicants should have experience in LOLER testing and a strong understanding of health and safety practices. A company vehicle, health benefits, and opportunities for training are offered.

Benefits

Thirty-three days annual leave

Company vehicle

Healthcare and pension package

Full induction and ongoing training

Qualifications

• Proven experience in LOLER testing on care home or similar equipment is essential.
• Strong understanding of health and safety practices and risk assessments.
• Reliable and detail-oriented with excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out LOLER inspections, servicing, and planned maintenance on care home equipment.
• Diagnose faults and recommend repairs or upgrades.
• Maintain accurate records including timesheets and job numbers.

Skills

LOLER testing experience

Customer service skills

Health and safety practices

Fault diagnosis

Punctuality

Education

Formal education in engineering

Tools

Laptop

Tablet

Vehicle maintenance tools

Job description

Service Engineer / LOLER Engineer - Brighton and Surrounding Areas Salary: £34,000 plus Company Vehicle and Benefits

Francesca's Recruitment Ltd is proud to represent a leading provider of care home equipment in their search for a skilled and customer‑focused Service Engineer / LOLER Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer based in Brighton or nearby to join a company that values precision, safety, and exceptional service delivery.

Location: Field‑based, covering Brighton, Eastbourne, Worthing, and surrounding Sussex areas
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 5.00pm
Salary: £34,000 plus company vehicle, healthcare, pension, and additional benefits

Benefits Include

• Thirty‑three days annual leave including bank holidays
• Two additional days off the following year for perfect attendance
• Company vehicle, phone, tablet or laptop
• Healthcare and pension package
• Full induction and ongoing training

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out LOLER inspections, servicing, and planned maintenance on care home equipment, including competitor products
• Diagnose faults and recommend repairs or upgrades to improve performance and reduce breakdowns
• Promote the company's preventive maintenance services and identify potential sales leads
• Maintain accurate records including timesheets, job numbers, travel logs, and equipment tagging
• Ensure company vehicle, tools, and devices are kept in excellent condition
• Participate in the out‑of‑hours call‑out rota

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in LOLER testing on care home or similar equipment is essential
• Strong understanding of health and safety practices and risk assessments
• Reliable, punctual, and detail‑oriented with excellent customer service skills
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight when required
• Formal education in electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic engineering is preferred
• Clean driving licence; additional operating licences such as forklift are advantageous
• DBS or CRB checked, or willing to undergo checks for working in sensitive environments

If you are a dedicated engineer with a passion for safety, service, and making a difference in care environments, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV to Francesca's Recruitment Ltd, where personal service meets professional excellence.