Fabric Engineer

Vertex Services Group Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertex Services Group Ltd in London NW1 is seeking a Fabric Engineer to carry out planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs and general fabric upkeep across commercial, residential, or public-sector properties.

You will work on painting and decorating, carpentry, doors, locks and other joinery, ensuring all works meet safety standards and quality expectations. The role requires practical trades knowledge and a proactive approach to maintaining building fabric.

Qualifications

• Experience in building fabric maintenance and related trades.
• Awareness of health and safety policies and risk assessments.
• Ability to document and log work in CAFM or maintenance systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections and repairs to building fabric elements.
• Perform minor masonry, tiling, plastering and patch repair works.
• Repair walls, ceilings, floors, and finishes.
• Prepare surfaces and carry out internal and external painting and decorating.
• Repair, replace and install doors, frames and ironmongery.
• Complete scheduled PPM tasks and respond to reactive maintenance.
• Record completed work using CAFM systems.
• Ensure work areas are clean and safe per health and safety policies.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Problem-solving

Health & Safety awareness

Job description

Job Title: Fabric Engineer

Department: Building Services / Facilities Management

Location: NW1

Reporting To: Contracts Manager

Job Purpose

To carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs, and general fabric maintenance across commercial, residential, or public-sector buildings. The role focuses on maintaining the building fabric, including painting and decorating, carpentry works, doors, locks, and general repairs, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

Building Fabric Maintenance

• Carry out inspections and repairs to building fabric elements.
• Perform minor masonry, tiling, plastering, and patch repair works.
• Repair walls, ceilings, floors, and other internal and external building finishes.
• Maintain the overall appearance and condition of properties.

Painting & Decorating

• Prepare surfaces including sanding, filling, and priming.
• Carry out internal and external painting and decorating works.
• Repair damaged paintwork and ensure high-quality finishes.
• Apply specialist coatings where required.

Carpentry & Joinery

• Repair, adjust, and replace timber fixtures and fittings.
• Carry out minor carpentry works including skirting boards, shelving, kitchen units, and partitions.
• Install and repair door frames, architraves, and other joinery items.
• Maintain and repair furniture and internal fittings.

Doors, Locks & Ironmongery

• Repair and adjust fire doors to maintain compliance.
• Replace door closers, hinges, handles, and associated ironmongery.
• Diagnose and repair door alignment issues.
• Install, maintain, and replace locks, cylinders, and locking mechanisms.
• Carry out lock changes and key management tasks as required.

Planned & Reactive Maintenance

• Complete scheduled PPM tasks in accordance with maintenance schedules.
• Respond promptly to reactive maintenance requests.
• Accurately record completed work using CAFM or maintenance management systems.
• Identify and report any additional works or health and safety concerns.

Health & Safety

• Comply with all company health and safety policies.
• Ensure work areas are left clean and safe.
• Use PPE and equipment correctly.
• Complete risk assessments and permits to work when required.
• Ensure statutory compliance, particularly regarding fire doors and building safety