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Loveday Electrical & Mechanical Engineer
About the Role
Loveday is the UK’s leading provider of luxury senior living and care. We combine world-class hospitality with exceptional clinical expertise, creating residences that feel like five-star hotels while delivering truly personalised support. Our residences in Kensington, Belgravia, Abbey Road, and Esher are designed with elegance, comfort, and dignity at their core. We ensure members enjoy outstanding dining, bespoke lifestyle experiences, and the highest standards of care, whether they are living permanently, staying for recovery or respite, or joining as Day Club members.
What makes Loveday unique is our commitment to both excellence and innovation. We continually invest in our people, environments, and services to set a new benchmark in luxury senior living. Joining Loveday means becoming part of a dedicated, professional, and passionate team who share the goal of delivering the very best in care and hospitality for our members and their families.
Rewards Package
- Paid breaks
- Company pension plan
- Health Care Cash Plan
- Access to Wagestream platform
- Access to Perkbox (discounts platform)
- Opportunities for Training & Development
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Discretionary bonus
- Employee Recognition Programmes
- Death in Service benefit
- Scope for progression and promotion within the company as we grow (from one Care Home to four new homes in London)
- Employee Referral Scheme
Key Responsibilities
Electrical & Mechanical
- Electrical fault finding, repairs, and minor installations (single/three phase knowledge beneficial)
- Planned, reactive, and statutory electrical maintenance on:
- Lighting
- Power distribution
- Emergency lighting
- Fire alarm interfaces
- Control systems
- Inspection & testing of fixed wire installations in line with the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671)
- Fault diagnosis, isolation, and repair of electrical issues
- PAT testing and periodic compliance checks (emergency lighting, fire alarm weekly testing, etc.)
- Diagnose and support repairs on HVAC and mechanical plant systems
- Replace air conditioning and water filters
- Conduct Daily BMS-related checks
- Inspect plant room, valves, expansion vessels, and critical assets under planned maintenance schedules
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General Building & Fabric Maintenance
- Painting, decorating, patch repairs, sealing, and grout renewal
- Basic carpentry and joinery (doors, hinges, cabinetry adjustments, fixtures, safety rails)
- Minor plumbing (leaks, tap/shower repairs, trap/flush issues, valve isolation)
- General fault finding across building fabric and internal systems
- External tasks, including:
- Leaf clearing
- Jet washing
- Gutters/drains (accessible)
- Winter gritting
Compliance & Safety
- Execute daily, weekly, and monthly Preventive Maintenance Programme (PPM) tasks including:
- Water temperature checks
- Flushing
- Fire alarm tests
- Evacuation chair & fire escape inspections
- Wheelchair checks
- Periodic visual fire extinguisher checks
- Maintenance and water sampling of Hydro Treadmill and Hydrotherapy Pool
- Carry out Fire Warden training and conduct bi-annual evacuation drills
- Review subcontractor Risk Assessments & Method Statements (RAMS) and supervise works on-site
- Ensure full adherence to health & safety and statutory compliance standards
Operational & Hospitality Support
- Assembly/disassembly and safe movement of furniture and equipment
- Receiving, checking, and managing maintenance stock levels
- General support to the General Manager with logistical tasks (e.g., collection/delivery runs if required)
Person Profile
- Proven hands-on experience in building maintenance (electrical biased), with mechanical competence required
- Familiar with hospitality, care, hotel, luxury residential, or similar high-standard environments
- Formal electrical qualification (maintenance)
- Strong understanding of compliance, health & safety, asset protection
- High attention to detail with a strong person-centric approach
- Professional, trustworthy, and member-focused with excellent communication skills
- Able to travel between multiple residences when required
- Flexible to provide holiday & sickness cover and technical support at other residences
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Additional Information
- This job description is not exhaustive. As Loveday continues to grow, duties and responsibilities may evolve. Flexibility and a proactive mindset are essential.
Eligibility
In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must either be:
- Eligible to live and work in the UK, or
- Obtain permits to work in the UK prior to application.
Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
Loveday’s Commitment
Loveday & Co is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of:
- Sex
- Race
- Age
- Disability
- Sexual orientation
- Gender reassignment
- Religion or belief
- Marital status
- Pregnancy and maternity
Working Hours & Requirements
- Variable hours (on a rota basis) to suit business needs, including evenings and weekends.
- Ideal candidate will be punctual, hardworking, and quick to learn.
- High attention to detail essential.
- Excellent communication skills and an outgoing personality recommended.
- Good physical stamina & mobility required.
Skills
Maintenance Experience
- HVAC Experience
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