Service Engineer / LOLER Engineer

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