Fabric Technician

CBRE; Southampton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is recruiting a Fabric Technician to join our on-site facilities team supporting a major refinery and office facilities in Southampton, UK. You will perform building fabric maintenance and plumbing tasks, with a focus on safety and high-quality service.

You will handle planned preventive and reactive maintenance, document activities in the CMMS, and collaborate with contractors while ensuring Health & Safety compliance on site.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing, Carpentry, Building Maintenance or related trade.
• Proven Fabric Technician/Building Maintenance experience.
• Practical plumbing experience in commercial/industrial settings.
• Experience performing both PPM and reactive maintenance.
• Solid Health & Safety knowledge and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Carry out building fabric repairs (doors, locks, windows, etc.).
• Carry out minor carpentry, painting, and patch repairs.
• Install/repair office furniture, fittings and signage.
• Diagnose and repair plumbing faults; handle leaks and drainage issues.
• Perform planned & reactive maintenance and maintain records in CMMS.
• Support health, safety, and compliance activities on site.

Skills

Plumbing

Building maintenance

PPM & reactive maintenance

Health & Safety

Communication

Driving Licence

NVQ Level 2/3

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing, Carpentry, Building Maintenance

Tools

CMMS systems

Mobile working technology

Job description

Fabric Technician

Job ID 292768

Posted 24-Aug-2026

Service line GWS Segment

Role type Full-time

Areas of Interest Engineering/Maintenance

Location(s) Southampton - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting for a Fabric Technician.

We are seeking a versatile and experienced Fabric Technician with Plumbing experience to join our on-site Facilities team supporting a major refinery and associated office facilities. This is a hands‑on role responsible for delivering high-quality planned and reactive maintenance services across commercial office accommodation, welfare facilities, workshops, and operational support buildings.

The successful candidate will possess strong building fabric maintenance skills combined with practical plumbing experience and a proactive approach to health, safety, and customer service.

What You’ll Do:

Building Fabric Maintenance

• Carry out repairs to doors, locks, windows, flooring, ceilings, partitions, and general building fabric.
• Undertake minor carpentry, joinery, painting, decorating, and patch repair works.
• Replace ceiling tiles and undertake internal and external fabric repairs.
• Install and repair office furniture, fixtures, fittings, and signage.
• Support minor refurbishment and improvement projects across the site.

Plumbing Duties

• Diagnose and repair minor plumbing faults including leaks, blocked sinks, toilets, and drainage issues.
• Repair and replace taps, valves, sanitary ware, and associated plumbing components.
• Carry out routine washroom inspections and maintenance.
• Support water hygiene compliance activities, including flushing regimes and temperature monitoring.
• Assist with minor plumbing installations and modifications.

Planned & Reactive Maintenance

• Complete Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks in accordance with maintenance schedules.
• Respond promptly and effectively to reactive maintenance requests and breakdowns.
• Identify faults, determine root causes, and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using mobile CMMS systems.
• Support specialist contractors and escort duties where required.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Work in accordance with refinery safety standards, permit-to-work systems, and company procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant Health & Safety legislation and site requirements.
• Conduct routine inspections and report hazards, defects, accidents, and near misses.
• Complete risk assessments and comply with safe systems of work.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and workplace safety.

What You’ll need:

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing, Carpentry, Building Maintenance, or a related trade discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in a Fabric Technician, Building Maintenance, Handyperson, or Facilities Maintenance role.
• Practical plumbing experience within commercial, industrial, or facilities management environments.
• Experience carrying out both PPM and reactive maintenance activities.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-skilled team.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• Experience working within refinery, petrochemical, industrial, or highly regulated environments.
• Water Hygiene Awareness qualification.
• IOSH Working Safely or equivalent.
• Experience using CMMS systems and mobile working technology.
• Knowledge of permit-to-work systems and contractor control procedures.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Company pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work within a prestigious and safety-critical refinery environment.
• Supportive team culture with opportunities for career progression.

About CBRE Global Workplace Solutions:

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

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