Fabric Engineer

Job Title: Fabric Technician

Company: CBRE Global Workplace Solutions - a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management.

Location: Portsmouth

About the Role:

We're seeking an experienced Fabric Technician to join our team in Portsmouth. In this role, you'll deliver planned and reactive building fabric maintenance across a professional commercial environment, completing a varied range of repairs and minor works to keep the site safe, presentable and fully operational.

Key Responsibilities:

· Carry out planned and reactive fabric maintenance across the site

· Complete minor carpentry, basic plumbing, patch repairs, making good and general building repairs

· Repair and maintain doors, locks, handles, hinges, fixtures, fittings and furniture

· Replace ceiling tiles, floor coverings, sealants and other building fabric items as required

· Carry out minor painting, decorating and touch-up works where needed

· Complete routine inspections, identify defects and take appropriate corrective action

· Support small works, office moves and site improvement tasks when required

· Respond to maintenance requests and complete jobs within agreed timescales

· Liaise with client representatives and site teams to provide a professional, tidy and customer-focused service

· Use the PDA system to update jobs, record completed works and maintain clear communication

· Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with site procedures, risk assessments and health and safety requirements

What We're Looking For:

· Previous experience in a Fabric Technician, Handyperson or general building maintenance role, ideally within a commercial or facilities management environment

· A practical multi-skilled background with experience in general repairs, minor carpentry, basic plumbing and making good

· Confidence carrying out minor painting, decorating, patch repairs and finishing works when required

· Experience working in high-profile or client-facing environments

· Good knowledge of building fabric systems and common maintenance issues

· A good understanding of health and safety requirements, including working at height and risk assessments

· Strong attention to detail and pride in completing work to a high standard

· Good communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues

· Self-motivated, organised and able to manage workload effectively

· Basic IT skills and confidence using job management systems or PDA devices

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance
• Comprehensive training and support to help you succeed in your role

How to Apply:

If you're a motivated and experienced Fabric Technician looking for a new challenge, please submit your application,

Pay: Up to £34,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Experience:

• Facilities maintenance: 3 years (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (preferred)

Work Location: In person