Facilities fabric Technician

CBRE Group, Inc.; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Collaborative work environment

Recognition and rewards

Comprehensive training and support

Job summary

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is seeking a Fabric Technician to join our team in Southampton. You will deliver planned and reactive building fabric maintenance across a professional commercial environment, completing repairs and minor works to keep the site safe and operational.

You will perform minor carpentry, plumbing, painting and finishing tasks, repair doors and furniture, and coordinate with client representatives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in general repairs and maintenance.
• Ability to perform minor carpentry, plumbing and finishing works.
• Experience in high-profile or client-facing environments.
• Good understanding of building fabric systems and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Carry out minor carpentry, plumbing, patch repairs and general building work.
• Repair and maintain doors, locks, fixtures and furniture.
• Replace ceiling tiles and floor coverings as needed.
• Carry out painting and decorating and patch repairs.
• Complete routine inspections and address defects.

Skills

Multi-skilled

Carpentry

Plumbing

Painting

Health and safety

Communication

Job description

Job Title: Fabric Technician

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

Location: Southampton

About the Role:

We're seeking an experienced Fabric Technician to join our team in Southampton. In this role, you'll deliver planned and reactive building fabric maintenance across a professional commercial environment, completing a varied range of repairs and minor works to keep the site safe, presentable and fully operational.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete minor carpentry, basic plumbing, patch repairs, making good and general building repairs
• Repair and maintain doors, locks, handles, hinges, fixtures, fittings and furniture
• Replace ceiling tiles, floor coverings, sealants and other building fabric items as required
• Carry out minor painting, decorating and touch-up works where needed
• Complete routine inspections, identify defects and take appropriate corrective action
• Support small works, office moves and site improvement tasks when required
• Respond to maintenance requests and complete jobs within agreed timescales
• Liaise with client representatives and site teams to provide a professional, tidy and customer-focused service
• Use the PDA system to update jobs, record completed works and maintain clear communication
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with site procedures, risk assessments and health and safety requirements

What We're Looking For:

• A practical multi-skilled background with experience in general repairs, minor carpentry, basic plumbing and making good
• Confidence carrying out minor painting, decorating, patch repairs and finishing works when required
• Experience working in high-profile or client-facing environments
• Good knowledge of building fabric systems and common maintenance issues
• A good understanding of health and safety requirements, including working at height and risk assessments
• Strong attention to detail and pride in completing work to a high standard
• 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