Fabric Engineer

ISS Facility Services; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facility management company in the UK seeks a skilled Fabric Engineer to support maintenance operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong DIY skills, experience in Facilities Management, and qualifications in painting and decorating. Responsibilities include responding to maintenance requests, conducting repairs, and collaborating with a team. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, offering opportunities for growth within a supportive workplace environment.

Qualifications

• Strong all-round DIY skills with demonstrable experience.
• Background in Facilities Management and willingness to undertake varied tasks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to all building fabric-related issues.
• Inspect and repair floor, wall, and ceiling coverings.
• Carry out painting, decorating, and other semi-skilled tasks.
• Conduct fabric surveys and produce material cost lists.

Skills

DIY skills

Facilities Management knowledge

Painting and decorating experience

Education

C&G or NVQ qualification in painting and decorating

Trade-based certifications (e.g., IPAF, PASMA)

Job description

Fabric Engineer

Location : London, E14 5HP

Hours of work : 40

Working Pattern : Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm (OT available)

Contract Type : Permanent

We are seeking a skilled and versatile Fabric Engineer to join our team and provide essential support during the crossover between day and night shifts.

This role is key to ensuring continuity of service and the timely completion of fabric-related tasks across the site.

You will collaborate with an experienced team of four engineers, maintaining high standards of maintenance and repair throughout the facility.

Job Description

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Facilities Management (FM), excellent DIY skills, and experience in painting and decorating.

You should be comfortable handling a variety of ad hoc tasks, adhering to engineering standards and Health and Safety at Work Act (HASAWA) requirements.

A proactive approach and willingness to support other engineering roles are key to success in this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and effectively to all building fabric-related issues and help desk requests.
• Inspect and repair floor, wall, and ceiling coverings, as well as doors, windows, and associated fixtures.
• Carry out painting, decorating, and other semi-skilled tasks as required.
• Inspect and repair free-standing and fitted furniture, and clear drainage gully systems.
• Replace door closure devices, hinges, and locks as part of planned and reactive maintenance.
• Conduct fabric surveys, report findings, and produce material cost lists for minor works.
• Coordinate visiting specialist sub-contractors for PPM schedules and accept completed works.
• Support the engineering team with general tasks and provide cover during periods of absence.

Professional and Personal Competencies / Qualifications

• Strong all-round DIY skills with demonstrable experience.
• Background in Facilities Management and willingness to undertake varied tasks.
• Ideally qualified in painting and decorating (C&G, NVQ, or time-served).
• Any trade-based certification is advantageous; training such as IPAF and PASMA can be provided.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and flexible approach.

The Company

ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.

Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.

We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #ISSGreatPeople #ISSTalent #PeopleMakePlace

ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.

ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.

We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.

Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.

If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team