Fabric Technician

CBRE; Fareham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Career development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a skilled Fabric Technician in Fareham, UK. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in fabric maintenance and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include responding to maintenance tasks and performing preventative maintenance. Competitive salary and benefits with opportunities for career development are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fabric maintenance, ideally in a heavy industrial setting.
• Strong understanding of H&S procedures (COSHH, Working at Heights, Risk Assessments).
• UK driving licence and PC literacy.

Responsibilities

• Respond to reactive maintenance tasks in line with SLAs.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance.
• Perform fabric maintenance including floors, doors, ceilings, and wall coverings.
• Undertake basic plumbing and carpentry tasks.

Skills

Experience in fabric maintenance

Customer service skills

Ability to read technical drawings

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ in carpentry or plumbing

Job description

Fabric Technician

Location: Fareham, United Kingdom

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Fabric Technician to join our dynamic team. This role is ideal for someone with hands‑on experience in fabric maintenance and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to reactive maintenance tasks in line with SLAs.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance within agreed timelines.
• Perform fabric maintenance including floors, doors, ceilings, and wall coverings.
• Undertake basic plumbing and carpentry tasks.
• Use a PDA for work updates and communication.
• Conduct point‑of‑work risk assessments.
• Support minor project works and ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations.
• Liaise with client representatives and supervise subcontractors when required.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in fabric maintenance, ideally in a heavy industrial setting.
• City & Guilds or NVQ in carpentry and/or a recognised plumbing qualification.
• Strong understanding of H&S procedures (COSHH, Working at Heights, Risk Assessments).
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and instructions.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• UK driving licence and PC literacy.
• Willingness to participate in an on‑call rota (1 week in every 4).

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Opportunities for career development
• A supportive and inclusive work environment