General Maintenance Engineer

CBRE; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global facilities management provider in Dunfermline is seeking a Fabric Technician for building maintenance and repair services. The role involves preventive maintenance, installation assistance, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates require a High School Diploma and 1-2 years of experience, alongside strong communication and organizational skills. This position offers opportunities to work within a supportive environment with close supervision.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant job-related experience.
• Valid Driver’s license required.
• Ability to lift/carry heavy loads.

Responsibilities

• Perform ongoing preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Assist in the installation and modification of equipment.
• Inspect installations for compliance with building codes.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Basic Microsoft Office knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Job ID 223757

Posted 10-Sep-2025

Service line GWS Segment

Role type Full-time

Areas of Interest Engineering/Maintenance

Location Dunfermline - Scotland - 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 Tech.

As a CBRE Fabric Technician, you will be responsible for proactive and reactive building maintenance and repair services for client contracts. This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services function and is responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in an efficient and courteous manner, with a strong focus on customer care.
• Perform ongoing preventive maintenance and repairs on facilities.
• Assist with the installation and modification of building equipment and systems.
• Inspect new or existing installations for compliance with building codes and safety regulations.
• Assist engineering staff in a wide range of duties as required. Respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, and supervisors.
• Take measures to ensure that all systems are operating in the most efficient manner.
• Use existing procedures to solve straightforward problems while having a limited opportunity to exercise discretion.
• Deliver own output by following defined procedures and processes under close supervision and guidance.

Qualifications and Experience

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 1-2 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Valid Driver’s license required.
• Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• Ability to follow basic work routines and standards in the application of work.
• Communication skills to exchange straightforward information.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.

About CBRE Global Workplace Solutions

As one of CBRE’s core global businesses, Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) provides end-to-end services to occupier clients across the entire lifecycle of a building. Our teams help companies improve their operations and reduce costs, through expert facilities management, project management, real estate and energy and sustainability services. Our dedicated teams work across all industries, and support clients ranging from global Fortune 500 companies to single, iconic buildings.

Application Process

Your application will be reviewed by our Talent Resourcing Team and you will be contacted if you have been successful in being short listed for the role. Taking into consideration the costs of sponsorship, the nature of the role and the financial resources of the account in question, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. No agencies please.

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