Fabric Technician (Woking)

ABM UK; Woking; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company based in Woking is seeking a facilities management support professional to oversee maintenance operations. Responsibilities include executing planned and reactive maintenance tasks, ensuring compliance with Health & Safety standards, and coordinating subcontractor work. The ideal candidate will possess a background in building maintenance trades, be skilled in using computerized management systems, and demonstrate strong organizational skills. This role offers various employee benefits, including a fitness program and 24/7 GP access.

Benefits

24/7 GP access

Mental Health support

Get Fit Programme

Financial and legal support

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee discount app

Qualifications

• Experience in joinery, plumbing, or painting from an apprenticeship.
• Ability to adapt technical skills to a fast-paced environment.
• Competent in Office applications like Word and Excel.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Prior maintenance team experience.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned and reactive maintenance tasks as directed.
• Update the maintenance system after completing tasks.
• Maintain engineering standards for effective operations.
• Coordinate with subcontractors for maintenance work.
• Adhere to company procedures in all aspects of work.
• Follow Health & Safety procedures at all times.
• Keep accurate records of site works and maintenance.
• Inspect services and handle repairs as required.
• Work safely in plantroom environments using PPE.
• Maintain company-issued tools in good condition.

Skills

Building maintenance trades experience

Technical adaptability

Computerised systems proficiency

Organisational skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Education

Time-served apprenticeship or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Location: GU21 6GH, Woking, Surrey, South East, UK
Shift pattern: Mon-Fri
Salary: £35,000.00 per annum

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ROLE OVERVIEW AND PURPOSE

Provide facilities management support to the site, including day‑to‑day operational interaction with the client, facilitation of Health & Safety in the FM function, liaison with ABM site‑specific and mobile technical teams, supervision of third‑party resource and supplier teams, and execution of PPM and reactive maintenance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance as instructed by the Contract Manager, including painting, decorating, replacing locks, and office set‑ups.
• Close and update completed PPM tasks on the site computerised maintenance system.
• Ensure engineering standards are maintained to maximise operation effectiveness and reliability of plant and associated systems.
• Coordinate specialist subcontractor requirements for PPM and reactive works.
• Ensure company QA and site procedures are adhered to in all aspects.
• Ensure Company & Site Health & Safety procedures are followed at all times.
• Maintain accurate site records and documentation in association with all site works.
• Inspect the condition of services and proactively deal with call‑outs and repairs as required, and as requested by management.
• Carry out tasks within typical plantroom environments and at a high level, working from platforms and ladders. All access and PPE will be provided.
• Keep and maintain all company‑issued tools in a safe and serviceable manner.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Essential: Time‑served apprenticeship or equivalent experience within one of the building maintenance trades – joinery, plumbing, or painting.
• Adapt technical skill set to meet the demands of a busy environment.
• Competent in the use of computerised systems, such as Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Good level of administration and organisational skills.
• Previous experience of working within a maintenance team.
• Demonstrate a sound knowledge of Health & Safety in the workplace.
• Desirable: Electrical or HVAC qualifications.

BENEFITS

• 24/7 GP – both you and your immediate family can speak to a UK‑based GP from the comfort of your own home.
• Mental Health support and Life Event Counseling.
• Get Fit Programme.
• Financial and legal support.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Access Perks at Work – our innovative employee app offering discounts, gift cards, cashback, and exclusive offers.

ABOUT US

ABM is one of the world’s largest providers of integrated facility services, delivering cleaning, engineering, parking, electrical & lighting, energy solutions, HVAC & mechanical, security, and mission‑critical solutions across a wide range of industries.

From commercial office buildings to schools, airports, hospitals, data centres, manufacturing plants, distribution centres, and entertainment venues, ABM delivers custom facility solutions to properties across the UK and worldwide. We are proud to service iconic sites across the country with more than 10,000 team members.

ABM is committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, marriage, civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief, or political or philosophical beliefs. We are proud members of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme.