Fabric Engineer

CBRE Group, Inc.

Greater London

On-site

GBP 26,000 - 36,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & benefits

Career development opportunities

Comprehensive training and support

Job summary

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions in London is seeking a skilled Fabric Technician to maintain client facilities and deliver high-quality maintenance services. You will respond to reactive tasks, perform site surveys, and coordinate with clients to ensure smooth operations.

The role requires experience in fabric or carpentry, painting, and familiarity with fire doors, with strong attention to safety and detail. A relevant qualification and UK driving license are preferred.

Qualifications

Experience in fabric, carpentry or related trade required.
Painting/decorating experience desired.
Knowledge of fire doors and H&S regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

Respond to reactive works and complete tasks within timescales.
Liaise with clients to provide exceptional service and clear communication.
Conduct site surveys and produce reports, method statements and risk assessments.
Repair and replace floor/wall coverings, ceiling tiles and related works.
Maintain lighting, lamp and filter changes, basic plumbing.
Use PDA system for completing works and communications.
Complete reactive, PPM jobs and projects promptly.
Undertake minor project works ensuring safety and compliance with H&S.

Skills

Fabric and carpentry

Painting and decorating

Fire doors

Customer communication

Interpreting drawings

H&S knowledge

PC skills

UK driving license

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ in carpentry

Tools

PDA system

Job description

Job Title: Fabric Technician - Join our dynamic team and take your career to the next level!

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

Location: London

Job Type: Full-time

About the Role:

We're seeking a skilled and experienced Fabric Technician to join our team in London. As a Fabric Technician, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of our clients' facilities, delivering high-quality maintenance and repair services that exceed their expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

Respond to reactive works and ensure maintenance tasks are completed within agreed timescales
Liaise with clients' representatives to deliver exceptional customer service and ensure seamless communication
Conduct site surveys and produce detailed reports, method statements, and risk assessments for planned works
Repair and replace floor and wall coverings, ceiling tiles, and other building and installation works as required
Maintain lighting, general lamp changes, filter changes, and basic plumbing requirements
Utilize our cutting-edge PDA system to complete works, key communications, and updates
Complete reactive, PPM jobs, and projects in a timely manner
Undertake minor projects works and ensure all works are carried out safely and in accordance with Health and Safety at Work Regulations

What We're Looking For:

Previous experience in fabric, carpentry, or a related trade
Painting and decorating experience
Experience with fire doors
Proven track record of working in high-profile work environments
City & Guilds or NVQ equivalent in carpentry
Current UKL driver's license
Excellent PC skills and ability to learn new systems quickly
Strong customer relationship skills and ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues
Ability to interpret technical drawings, instructions, and processes
Self‑motivated and organized, with a strong attention to detail
Experience of H&S procedures and requirements, including COSHH, Working at Heights, and Risk Assessment