Static Fabric Engineer

BAM UK & Ireland; Whitehaven; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Fabric Engineer, where you will ensure the building fabric's integrity and carry out essential maintenance tasks. This role offers a dynamic work environment, focusing on sustainability and community building. You'll be responsible for fault finding, conducting repairs, and supervising subcontractors while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. With opportunities for personal growth and development, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative and inclusive setting.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for personal growth

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy service environment as a Fabric Engineer or handyman.
• Training or experience in H&S regulations and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for building fabric status and maintenance tasks.
• Conduct inspections and supervise subcontractors.

Skills

Building fault finding

Ceiling repair

Painting

Door servicing

Basic plumbing skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Recognised trade qualification

Time-served tradesperson

Job description

Building a sustainable tomorrow

BAM FM is looking to recruit a site-based Fabric Engineer to be based at the UCLAN West-lakes campus, Whitehaven, Cumbria. The role is 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm. This is a contract role for up to 3 months, with the possibility of becoming permanent.

Your mission

The Fabric Engineer will be responsible for the building fabric status of the site, carrying out planned maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance tasks across the site.

• Knowledge and experience with building fault finding
• Carry out ceiling repair, painting, skirting and facing replacement, door servicing, etc.
• Identify and order spare parts for repairs
• Inspect and carry out reactive landscape maintenance tasks, including litter picking
• Conduct building fabric inspections and fault finding
• Perform monthly legionella tap temperature checks and flush little-used outlets
• Supervise subcontractors, ensuring method statements and risk assessments are followed safely
• Monitor and order stock items
• Assist with associated services on the site
• Undertake porterage duties
• Support health and safety responsibilities
• Provide general support duties
• Ensure operation of heating, fire alarm, and lighting systems
• Take utility meter readings
• Perform other reasonable duties as required

Who are we looking for?

• Experience as a Building Fabric Engineer or handyman in a busy service environment
• Recognised trade qualification or time-served tradesperson
• Training or experience in H&S regulations, risk assessments, and method statements
• Self-motivated, able to identify concerns and defects independently
• Full driving license
• Reliable and consistent in attendance and attitude
• Basic plumbing, mechanical, and electrical skills are advantageous
• Good communication and organizational skills
• Ability to use initiative in daily duties
• Willing to participate in a 1-in-3 on-call rota

What’s in it for you?

Join a challenging, dynamic environment with a forward-thinking organization. Benefits include a competitive salary and opportunities for personal growth and development.

Your work environment

At BAM, people are at the heart of what we do. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole self to work. Join us to help build a sustainable tomorrow.

Who are we?

We believe in building for communities and for life, leading the way towards a sustainable future with values of sustainability, inclusivity, collaboration, reliability, and ownership.

Our recruitment process

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process. If you need any adjustments during the process, please contact us. Note: The role requires passing a DBS check.