Painting & Fabric Shift Technician

CBRE; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Painting and Fabric Shift Technician to maintain a premium environment with a perfect finish. You’ll be the custodian of quality, delivering high-end decorating refreshes while upholding fire safety and building fabric standards.

You’ll work in a fast-paced shift, handle carpentry, drywall, and fabric condition tasks, and supervise contractors where needed. This role rewards proactive problem-solvers who take pride in detail and safety.

Qualifications

• Solid background in painting, decorating and carpentry.
• Working knowledge of fire safety standards and compliance.
• Reliable, adaptable and capable of managing workload independently during shifts.
• Strong people skills for client and subcontractor interactions.
• Proactive about noticing and fixing issues without prompting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain interior integrity of the building, including carpentry, raised flooring and ceiling tile replacements.
• Lead on decorative works: drywall finishes, sealant application and painting refreshes.
• Manage fire safety inspections and RAMS/work permits; supervise specialist contractors for major projects.
• Conduct fabric condition surveys to identify hazards and defects.
• Mount whiteboards, shelving and assemble custom furniture; maintain ironmongery.
• Ensure site safety and protection of premium environments.

Skills

Painting

Decorating

Carpentry

Fire safety knowledge

Independent workload management

Client/subcontractor liaison

Job description

We are looking for a Painting and Fabric Shift Technician who takes pride in the \"perfect finish.\" This isn't just a maintenance role; it’s about being the custodian of a premium environment. From ensuring fire safety systems are flawless to delivering high-end decorative refreshes, you will be the go-to expert for keeping our site safe, functional, and looking its absolute best.

If you are a proactive problem-solver who enjoys a fast-paced shift environment and a diverse range of hands-on challenges, we want to meet you.

Your Impact On Site

• You’ll own the interior integrity of the building, whether it’s expert carpentry, repairing raised flooring, or swapping out ceiling tiles to keep the workspace seamless.


• You’ll lead on all decorative works, from drywall repairs and sealant application to high-quality painting refreshes that maintain our professional image.


• You will take charge of critical fire safety inspections, managing the fire door PPM regime and extinguisher programs to ensure we stay compliant and secure.


• Through regular fabric condition surveys, you’ll identify and fix trip hazards or defects before they ever become a problem.


• You’ll manage technical safety documentation, including RAMS and work permits, while supervising specialist contractors for major structural or glazing projects.


• No two days are the same, you’ll handle everything from mounting whiteboards and shelving to custom furniture assembly and ironmongery maintenance.

What You’ll Bring To The Team

• You have a solid background in painting, decorating, and carpentry, with the ability to jump between different technical tasks with ease.


• You understand that building fabric is about more than just looks, you have a working knowledge of fire safety standards and compliance.


• You are reliable, adaptable, and comfortable managing your workload independently during your shift.


• You’re great with people. Whether you’re talking to a client or managing a subcontractor, you represent the team with confidence.


• You’re the person who notices the loose hinge or the scuffed wall and fixes it without being asked.

If you’re ready to bring your skills to a role where your work is visible every single day, we’re ready to meet you.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential.

We welcome all applicants.

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