Fabric Technician

London | Full-Time

About the Role

We are recruiting for a Fabric Technician to join a growing maintenance team supporting a portfolio of commercial buildings across London.

This is a foot-mobile role suited to someone with a strong maintenance background who enjoys a hands-on position and takes pride in delivering high-quality repairs and building upkeep.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend maintenance issues and carry out initial fault diagnosis.
• Complete first-fix repairs where possible and escalate specialist issues when required.
• Carry out minor plumbing repairs, including tap cartridges, valves, TRVs, pipework alterations, leaks and blockages.
• Perform fabric repairs and maintenance, including:
  • Doors, locks and ironmongery
  • Ceiling tiles and flooring
  • Plasterboard repairs
  • Filling, sanding and decorating
• Undertake light carpentry works such as installing shelving, cabinets, partitions and bespoke fittings.
• Conduct site inspections and report defects, wear and tear, and remedial works.
• Assist with contractor supervision and ensure work is completed to the required standard.
• Support general building operations, including furniture assembly, TV installations, signage and office fit-out tasks.

About You

• Previous experience in building maintenance, facilities management or construction.
• Strong all-round fabric maintenance skills.
• Basic understanding of plumbing, mechanical and electrical systems.
• Good problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to maintenance.
• Professional manner and strong communication skills.
• Health and safety conscious.
• Able to work independently and within a team.

Essential Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or City & Guilds Level 2 in a relevant trade, such as:
  • Carpentry & Joinery
  • Plumbing
  • Building Maintenance
  • Mechanical Engineering Services

Desirable Qualifications

• Gas Safe Registration
• F-Gas Category I
• Legionella / L8 Water Hygiene
• 18th Edition
• City & Guilds 2391 Testing & Inspection

Salary & Benefits

• £36,500 - £46,000 basic salary
• 28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Monthly performance bonuses
• Fully funded training and development
• Career progression opportunities
• Enhanced parental leave
• Season Ticket Loan
• Health & wellbeing benefits
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Company uniform and equipment provided