Fabric Engineer

DK Recruitment; Rochester; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management provider is seeking a skilled Fabric Engineer to join their mobile team in the Rochester area. This hands-on role involves delivering high-quality maintenance services to prestigious clients, solving complex technical issues, and ensuring strict adherence to safety practices. The ideal candidate should possess relevant trade qualifications and a full UK driver's license, with a customer-focused mindset and excellent communication abilities. Benefits include a company van, overtime rates, and provided tools.

Benefits

Company van and fuel card

Overtime rates

Mobile phone and tablet

Uniform and PPE supplied

Tools and/or tool allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in building maintenance, particularly reactive and remedial tasks.
• Broad knowledge of building systems, including carpentry, plumbing, tiling, and ground works.
• Current full UK driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional maintenance services to high-profile clients.
• Solve complex technical problems using initiative.
• Record detailed write-ups of all work completed.

Skills

Customer-focused attitude

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant trade qualification (City & Guilds or NVQ Level 2/3)

Tools

PDA

Job description

Fabric Engineer

Salary: £34,000 + overtime and benefits

Hours: 40 per week

Contract: Permanent

Location: Rochester Area

About the Opportunity

A growing facilities management provider is looking for a skilled Fabric Engineer to join their mobile team covering the Rochester/Dartford area. This is a hands‑on role, perfect for someone who enjoys variety, problem‑solving, and delivering high‑quality maintenance services to key clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional maintenance services to high‑profile clients, ensuring the highest standards of workmanship.
• Solve complex technical problems using your initiative, including sourcing parts and seeking manufacturer support.
• Record detailed write‑ups of all work completed to keep clients fully informed.
• Complete all tasks within agreed timescales, complying with regulations and contract specifications.
• Maintain accurate reporting and records, including operation and maintenance logs and control measures.
• Use PDAs or electronic devices to manage and report work.
• Liaise closely with the Helpdesk to ensure efficient job response, either independently or as part of a team.
• Observe strict health and safety practices, carrying out risk assessments for every task.
• Represent the organisation professionally when dealing with clients on‑site.
• Respond to out‑of‑hours call‑outs across all contracts as required.

Benefits

• Company van and fuel card for business use.
• Overtime rates: 1.5x weekday evenings, 2x weekends after midday Saturday.
• Mobile phone and tablet provided.
• Uniform and PPE supplied.
• Tools and/or tool allowance.

Essential

• Relevant trade qualification (City & Guilds or NVQ Level 2/3).
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in building maintenance, particularly reactive and remedial tasks.
• Broad knowledge of building systems, including carpentry, wet trades, minor plumbing, tiling, and ground works.
• Current full UK driver's license.
• Customer‑focused attitude with practical problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills as a key point of contact.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise in a fast‑paced environment.
• Collaborative team approach.

Desirable

• FDIS or equivalent fire door qualification.
• Fire compartmentation experience.
• IOSH - Working Safely or CSCS card.
• IT proficiency with PDAs.
• Asbestos awareness training (UKATA).
• CSR/CSCS Health & Safety qualification

To be considered for this opportunity, please contact Ellie Benson on (phone number removed)