Mobile Multi-Skilled Fabric Engineer

CBRE; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Team environment

Global organisation

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Mobile Fabric Technician to deliver planned and reactive building fabric maintenance across client sites in the East Midlands and surrounding areas. You will perform carpentry, minor repairs, and building maintenance to high standards, ensuring safe and compliant work.

The role requires experience in fabric maintenance, a carpentry qualification, a full UK driving licence, and strong safety awareness.

Qualifications

• Experience as Fabric Technician or building maintenance.
• Qualification in Carpentry (City & Guilds / NVQ).
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Knowledge of health and safety practices (COSHH).

Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive maintenance tasks and repairs within agreed timescales.
• Undertake basic fabric maintenance including carpentry, flooring, wall coverings, ceilings, and general building repairs.
• Complete ceiling tile repairs and replacements.
• Carry out lighting maintenance, lamp replacements, AHU/FCU filter changes, and basic plumbing tasks.
• Conduct site surveys and assist in producing work requests, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Utilise handheld devices (PDA) to manage work orders, updates, and communications.
• Complete planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive works, and minor project activities.
• Build strong working relationships with client representatives and colleagues.
• Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with Health & Safety legislation and company procedures.
• Support additional maintenance and facilities tasks as directed by the Technical Services Manager.

Skills

Fabric maintenance

Carpentry

Communication

IT literacy

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ Carpentry

Job description

Mobile Multi-Skilled Fabric Engineer

Job ID 290977

Posted 11-Aug-2026

Service line GWS Segment

Role type Full-time

Areas of Interest Engineering/Maintenance

Location(s) Derby - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Leicester - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Loughborough - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Newark on Trent - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Nottingham - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Sutton in Ashfield - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Mobile Fabric Technician

Multiple Locations Across the East Midlands & Staffordshire

Burton, Crewe, Derby, Eastwood, Etruria, Grantham, Leicester, Lincoln, Loughborough, Louth, Meir Park, Melton Mowbray, Netherfield, Newark, Nottingham, Stoke-on-Trent, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Uttoxeter, and Wigston.

Join CBRE Global Workplace Solutions

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) is a leading global provider of integrated facilities management and corporate real estate services. As part of CBRE, the world's leading real estate services company, we deliver exceptional workplace experiences for some of the world's most recognised organisations.

We are currently seeking MobileFabric Technicianto support our operational teams across multiple locations. This is an excellent opportunity for skilled trades professionals looking to develop their career within a global organisation that values safety, innovation, and service excellence.

About the Role

As a Fabric Technician, you will be responsible for delivering planned and reactive building fabric maintenance across client sites, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive maintenance tasks and repairs within agreed timescales.
• Undertake basic fabric maintenance including carpentry, flooring, wall coverings, ceilings, and general building repairs.
• Complete ceiling tile repairs and replacements.
• Carry out lighting maintenance, lamp replacements, AHU/FCU filter changes, and basic plumbing tasks.
• Conduct site surveys and assist in producing work requests, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Utilise handheld devices (PDA) to manage work orders, updates, and communications.
• Complete planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive works, and minor project activities.
• Build strong working relationships with client representatives and colleagues.
• Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with Health & Safety legislation and company procedures.
• Support additional maintenance and facilities tasks as directed by the Technical Services Manager.

What We're Looking For Essential

• Previous experience in a Fabric Technician, Building Maintenance, Carpentry, or similar role.
• City & Guilds, NVQ, or equivalent qualification in Carpentry.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Strong understanding of health and safety requirements, including COSHH, Risk Assessments, and Working at Height.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage workloads independently.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• IT literacy and experience using mobile devices for work management.

Desirable

• IOSH and/or NEBOSH Health & Safety qualification.
• Experience working within commercial or high-profile environments.
• Multi-skilled maintenance experience.

What's in it for You?

• Opportunity to join a global market-leading organisation.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Exposure to a variety of maintenance and facilities projects.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Locations

We are recruiting across the following locations: