Fabric Technician

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

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.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Career development opportunities

Supportive work environment

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