FM Fabric Technician

BAM Construct & Ventures UK; Derby; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction seeks a Building Technician based at Derbyshire Police Headquarters. In this role, you will manage building maintenance, carrying out both planned and reactive tasks. You will be part of a dynamic team and contribute to delivering excellent service standards. Prospective candidates should possess a recognized trade qualification and relevant experience along with good communication skills.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Opportunities for personal growth and development

Dynamic and challenging work environment

Qualifications

• Self-motivated, experienced in identifying defects independently.
• Full driving licence required.
• Training or experience in General H&S Regulations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for building fabric maintenance and inspections.
• Conduct planned and reactive maintenance tasks across the site.
• Supervise subcontractors and ensure safe work execution.

Skills

Building fault finding

Basic plumbing skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Good communication

Organisational skills

Education

Recognised trade qualification

Time-served tradesperson

Job description

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BAM FM is recruiting a Building Technician to work alongside a team of specialised technicians based out of Derbyshire Police Headquarters, providing a comprehensive service delivery plan for our client. The position involves working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm, with a flexible shift pattern. This role requires police vetting prior to start.

Your mission

The Building Technician will be responsible for the building fabric status of the site, carrying out planned maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance tasks across the site.

• Extensive knowledge and experience in building fault finding
• Perform ceiling repairs, painting, skirting and facing replacement, door servicing, and refurbishment of FF&E equipment
• Read, understand, and diagnose building faults using existing experience to identify failures in cladding and interface junctions between building fabric elements
• Identify and order spare parts for repairs through appropriate channels
• Carry out water hygiene testing (training provided)
• Conduct fire door inspections (training provided)
• Install, service, and repair FF&E appliances following manufacturers' guidelines
• Inspect and perform reactive landscape maintenance, including litter picking
• Inspect building fabric and troubleshoot faults
• Supervise and liaise with subcontractors regarding method statements, risk assessments, and safe work execution
• Monitor and order stock for related items
• Read and interpret contract documentation, including as-built drawings, schedules, and specifications

Who are we looking for?

• Recognised trade qualification
• Time-served tradesperson
• Training or experience in General H&S Regulations
• Self-motivated, experienced, and able to identify concerns/defects independently
• Full driving licence
• Reliable, with good attendance and performance
• Basic plumbing, mechanical, and electrical skills are advantageous
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Initiative in daily duties
• Assist with site services and porterage duties
• Support health and safety responsibilities
• Operate heating, fire alarm, and lighting systems
• Check and secure windows, doors, gates, fences
• Record utility meter readings
• Perform other reasonable duties as required

What’s in it for you?

Join a forward-thinking organisation offering a challenging, dynamic environment, attractive salary, and opportunities for personal growth and development.

Your work environment

We value diversity and inclusion, creating a supportive environment where everyone can bring their whole self to work. We are committed to recruiting the best talent regardless of background.

Join us today and help build a sustainable future together.

Who are we?

We believe building is about creating communities and building for life. We aim to lead towards a sustainable tomorrow, raising industry standards.

Our values—sustainable, inclusive, collaborative, reliable, and ownership—drive us to achieve our ambitions every day.