Fabric Technician

CBRE Local UK; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Dynamic work environment

Recognition for performance

Comprehensive training

Job summary

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is seeking a skilled Fabric Technician with a strong painting and decorating background to join our Borehamwood team. You will deliver high-quality planned and reactive fabric maintenance across a professional client environment, focusing on painting, decorating, surface preparation and finishes.

The role requires attention to detail, safe working practices, and the ability to liaise with client representatives and site teams to maintain a professional, tidy

Qualifications

• Experience in surface preparation, filling, sanding, priming and finishing.
• Fabric maintenance experience including making good and minor building works.
• Experience in client-facing environments.
• Strong health and safety knowledge (COSHH, Working at Heights, risk assessments).
• Attention to detail and professional finish.
• Good communication and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated and organized with ability to manage workload.
• Basic IT skills and confidence with job management systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces, fill, sand, prime and apply finishes.
• Support minor repairs and basic carpentry tasks.
• Perform redecoration and touch-up works in client areas.
• Respond to reactive maintenance tasks and meet deadlines.
• Replace wall coverings, tiles and finishes as needed.
• Coordinate with client reps and site teams to maintain service quality.
• Record works in the PDA system and maintain clear communication.
• Comply with health and safety requirements and site procedures.

Job description

Job Title: Fabric Technician

Company: CBRE Global Workplace Solutions - a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management.

Location: Portsmouth

About the Role:

We're seeking a skilled Fabric Technician with a strong painting and decorating background to join our team in Borehamwood. In this role, you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality planned and reactive fabric maintenance, with a particular focus on painting, decorating, making good, surface preparation, finishes and general building repairs across a professional client environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare surfaces including filling, sanding, making good, priming and applying suitable finishes


• Support minor building repairs, basic carpentry, door furniture, fixtures and fittings where needed


• Complete touch-ups, repairs and planned redecoration works in client-facing areas


• Respond to reactive fabric maintenance tasks and complete works within agreed timescales


• Repair and replace wall coverings, ceiling tiles, flooring finishes and other general fabric items as required


• Liaise with client representatives and site teams to deliver a professional, tidy and customer-focused service


• Use the PDA system to update jobs, record works completed and maintain clear communication


• Ensure all works are completed safely and in line with site procedures, risk assessments and health and safety requirements

What We're Looking For:

• Confident with surface preparation, filling, sanding, priming, emulsion, gloss work and general finishing


• Previous fabric maintenance experience, including basic repairs, making good and minor building works


• Experience working in high-profile or client-facing environments


• Good understanding of health and safety requirements including COSHH, Working at Heights and risk assessments


• Strong attention to detail with pride in delivering a clean, professional finish


• Good communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues


• Self-motivated, organised and able to manage workload effectively


• Basic IT skills and confidence using job management systems or PDA devices

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package


• Opportunities for career growth and professional development


• Collaborative and dynamic work environment


• Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance


• Comprehensive training and support to help you succeed in your role