Hands-On Fabric & Maintenance Technician — London

Daniel Owen Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Monthly bonuses

Training & development

Career progression

Health & wellbeing

Cycle to Work

Uniform provided

Job summary

Daniel Owen Ltd. is seeking a hands-on Fabric Technician to join a growing maintenance team supporting a portfolio of commercial buildings across London.

You will perform first-fix repairs, carry out minor plumbing, fabric repairs, and light carpentry, while upholding safety standards and delivering high-quality upkeep. The role suits those with a solid maintenance background who enjoy practical, on-site work.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in building maintenance, facilities management or construction.
• Strong all-round fabric maintenance skills.
• Basic understanding of plumbing, mechanical and electrical systems.
• Professional manner and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Attend maintenance issues and carry out initial fault diagnosis.
• Complete first-fix repairs where possible and extend specialist issues when required.
• Carry out minor plumbing repairs, including taps, valves, TRVs, pipework alterations and leaks.
• Perform fabric repairs and maintenance, including doors, locks, ceiling tiles, plasterboard repairs, decorating.
• Undertake light carpentry works such as installing shelving, cabinets and partitions.
• Conduct site inspections and report defects, wear and tear, remedial works.
• Assist with contractor supervision and ensure work is completed to standard.
• Support general building operations, including furniture assembly, TV installations and signage.

Skills

Maintenance

Fabric maintenance

Plumbing

Carpentry

Electrical basics

Problem solving

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds Level 2 in relevant trade

Job description

Daniel Owen Ltd. is seeking a hands-on Fabric Technician to join a growing maintenance team supporting a portfolio of commercial buildings across London.

You will perform first-fix repairs, carry out minor plumbing, fabric repairs, and light carpentry, while upholding safety standards and delivering high-quality upkeep. The role suits those with a solid maintenance background who enjoy practical, on-site work.