Fabric Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Telford; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable facilities management is seeking a Fabric Engineer to join their team in Telford. This full-time role involves maintaining building fabrics and engineering assets, ensuring safety and functionality. The position offers a competitive salary of £28,000 per annum and an excellent benefits package, including generous annual leave and employee discounts.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus public holidays

Life cover of 1.5 times annual salary

Employee discounts on major brands

Cycle to work scheme

CSR days and learning opportunities

Employee referral rewards

Employee networks and mental wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in building fabric maintenance in construction or facilities management.
• Knowledge of fire door inspection and maintenance.
• Familiarity with Legionella control techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned and reactive maintenance on diverse assets.
• Conduct Legionella control and monitoring.
• Inspect and repair floors, ceilings, walls, and doors.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Customer-focused approach

Education

NVQ or equivalent in Plumbing, Carpentry, or Decorating Services

Job description

Equans is seeking a Fabric Engineer to join our team on the HMCTS contract, covering Telford and surrounding areas. This is a full-time, permanent role, working 40 hours per week. The salary offered is £28,000 per annum, along with an excellent benefits package.

We are looking for a reliable and skilled Fabric Engineer to support our facilities management team. Your role will involve maintaining various building fabrics and engineering assets, ensuring safety, functionality, and visual standards are upheld.

Responsibilities include:

1. Performing planned and reactive maintenance on diverse assets
2. Conducting Legionella control and monitoring, including tap flushing
3. Inspecting and repairing floors, ceilings, walls, doors (including Fire Doors), windows, and furniture
4. Carrying out plumbing, drainage, and lighting maintenance
5. Painting, decorating, and installing signage or notices
6. Assisting with broader maintenance tasks
7. Supervising subcontractors on site
8. Ensuring safety protocols are followed using PPE, Method Statements, and Risk Assessments
9. Updating work tickets in CAFM systems (e.g., PlanOn)
10. Maintaining cleanliness and safety in plant rooms and storage areas
11. Providing support during emergencies to maintain operational continuity
12. Flexibility in working hours and providing cover when needed

What we offer:

Competitive salary and benefits, including:

• 24 days annual leave plus public holidays
• Life cover of 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discounts on major brands
• Cycle to work scheme
• CSR days and learning opportunities
• Employee referral rewards
• Employee networks and mental wellbeing support

Candidate requirements:

Qualifications: NVQ or equivalent in Plumbing, Carpentry, or Decorating Services

Experience:

• Building fabric maintenance in construction or facilities management
• Fire door inspection and maintenance
• Legionella control techniques
• Health and safety compliance

Skills:

• Problem-solving and communication skills
• Ability to work independently or in a team
• Customer-focused approach

Must be able to obtain and maintain security vetting.

About us:

Equans provides sustainable facilities management, energy, and digital services across the UK, Ireland, and globally. We are committed to operational excellence, diversity, and inclusion, fostering a supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

Next steps:

If interested, please apply through our registration process. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. We are committed to an inclusive culture where all voices are heard.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We do not offer relocation packages, and some roles may require a Disclosure check. All inquiries should be directed to our Resourcing Team.