FM Technician - Building Fabric

McLaughlin & Harvey; Belfast; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Volunteering days

Job summary

McLaughlin & Harvey is seeking an FM Technician focused on Building Fabric to enhance our Facilities Management team in Belfast. This role involves providing planned and reactive maintenance service across various client sites and ensuring compliance with health and safety policies.

The successful candidate should have an NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry or similar and possess excellent organizational skills. We offer a collaborative culture and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Must have a Full Driving License.
• Previous experience of Computer Aided Facilities Management Systems is a plus.
• CSCS Card is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide planned and reactive maintenance service across various client sites.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety policies and procedures.
• Complete reports related to work and equipment as required.
• Respond promptly to service calls and undertake reactive repairs.

Skills

Building fabric maintenance tasks

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 2 Carpentry or similar

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

WorkSpace is a specialist division of McLaughlin & Harvey, as a specialist Facilities Management Provider, we strive to build strong collaborative partnerships with all our clients through the delivery of a best-in‑class service, harnessed by the technical expertise of our directly employed Engineers.

We are a forward-thinking Company with an established presence across the UK and Ireland. Our values We Commit, We Care, We Collaborate shape how we work with our clients, partners, and each other.

As our business continues to grow, we are looking for dedicated individuals who take pride in their work and want to build a rewarding career within a supportive and collaborative environment. We are seeking an FM Technician focused onBuilding Fabricto enhance our Facilities Management team and drive success across our high value projects at various client locations across Northern Ireland.

Why join us?

• Exciting Projects – Work on varied sector projects and leave a lasting legacy
• Career Growth – Clear progression pathways and continuous professional development
• Collaborative Culture – Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and a commitment to excellence
• Competitive Package – Enjoy a competitive salary and great benefits including volunteering days (Check out our full benefits offering on our website)

What you will be doing

The successful FM Technician - Building Fabric will be responsible for providing planned and reactive maintenance service across a portfolio of sites.

• To be well organised and ensure compliance with Company and Client Health and safety policies and procedures.
• Complete and provide reports in relation to work and equipment as required, including reporting your arrival and departure from each call and obtaining customer signature where required.
• Respond promptly and in a positive manner to service call requests from the Helpdesk and undertake reactive repairs as quickly and efficiently as possible.
• Prioritise maintenance and repair work to achieve agreed response times and if there are delays, liaise with your manager for direction.
• Order and maintain materials, tools and equipment, in accordance with company procedures.
• Advise the Helpdesk where 3rd party contractor attendance is needed, either for quotation or to effect specialist repairs, and to provide job specification.
• Assist with surveys and reports.
• Maintain asset registers ensuring all equipment is tagged if applicable.
• Always represent the Company in a professional manner, developing a good working relationship with MCLH Helpdesk and Client site teams.
• Ensure all paperwork is completed accurately, on time and in line with Company procedures
• Ensure the execution of Planned and Reactive Maintenance Tasks in line with the Contract Scope and Specification.

Core Building Fabric Maintenance Services include but not limited to;

General Building

• Roof leaks repairs including gutter and gully repairs and replacement
• Flooring – repair and replacement of vinyl and ceramic tiles (training can be provided)
• Install and repair internal cladding, wall tiling & edge protection
• Reactive maintenance works and first line response in relation to all general building tasks including minor painting works

Plumbing & Drainage

• First line response for all plumbing & drainage works

Joinery

• Wall, floor, and associated fitting repairs.
• Ironmongery and hardware repairs and replacement.
• Internal & external doors repairs, replacement and inspections
• Planned maintenance inspections of fire doors

What We’re Looking For

• NVQ Level 2 Carpentry or similar
• Full Driving Licence
• Ability to use the Microsoft Office/ IT products
• Good hands‑on experience of building fabric maintenance tasks

Desirable

• City & Guilds Carpentry & Joinery (6706)
• IPAF TrainedPrevious experience of Computer Aided Facilities Management Systems.
• CSCS Card
• Previous experience in working on a multi-site contract

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career with a company that values your expertise and innovation, we’d love to hear from you! Apply by clicking apply below.

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McLaughlin and Harvey are an equal opportunities employer who are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us deliver better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities in which we work.