Resident Fabric Engineer – On‑Site Retail FM

Wates Group; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

WPS – Facilities Management at Bentall Centre, Kingston upon Thames, is seeking a Resident Fabric Engineer to join our on-site team. Based permanently on-site, you’ll maintain the shopping centre’s fabric and fixtures to keep it safe, clean and welcoming for retailers, visitors and staff.

You’ll perform planned and reactive fabric maintenance across the estate, working with a facilities team to deliver high-quality repairs and compliance, while keeping accurate records and liaising with the

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Fabric Engineer, Building Maintenance, Handyperson or Multi-Trade.
• Experience in Facilities Management, commercial properties, or retail environments.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve maintenance issues independently and safely.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive fabric repairs across the shopping centre.
• Undertake general building fabric works including carpentry/joinery, basic plumbing, decorating/painting, flooring/ceiling repairs, door/lock maintenance, minor masonry and patch repairs.
• Complete inspections and identify fabric defects, reporting issues requiring specialist attention.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
• Liaise with client, retailers, contractors, and centre management team.
• Record maintenance activities using CAFM/mobile systems.
• Support compliance activities and assist other engineering disciplines as required.
• Maintain a safe working environment and uphold health and safety procedures.

Skills

Fabric engineer

Building maintenance

Handyperson

Multi-trade

Education

Trade qualification in Carpentry/Joinery/Building Maintenance

Job description

WPS – Facilities Management at Bentall Centre, Kingston upon Thames, is seeking a Resident Fabric Engineer to join our on-site team. Based permanently on-site, you’ll maintain the shopping centre’s fabric and fixtures to keep it safe, clean and welcoming for retailers, visitors and staff.

You’ll perform planned and reactive fabric maintenance across the estate, working with a facilities team to deliver high-quality repairs and compliance, while keeping accurate records and liaising with the