Acorn Engineering Limited
Building Services Fabric Technician
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At Acorn, people are at the heart of everything we do. With over 40 years’ experience delivering market‑leading engineering and compliance services across London and the South East, we have built a reputation based on trust, technical excellence, and long‑term partnerships with our clients.
We are recruiting a Building Services Fabric Technician to support the day‑to‑day maintenance and presentation of Bicester Village. This is a hands‑on role, working as part of the Technical Services team to deliver planned preventative maintenance and reactive fabric repairs across a high‑profile retail destination.
You will work closely with internal teams and external contractors, ensuring the Village is safe, well‑maintained and presented to an exceptional standard for customers, brands and stakeholders.
Package & Benefits
Location: Bicester, Bicester Village
Salary: up to £35000 depending on experience plus overtime and callout
Hours: 40 hours a week
Company Benefits
Pension scheme Company Events Wellbeing Benefits – 24 hours turnaround GP appointment for the whole family 25 days holiday (not including bank holidays)
Key Responsibilities
Carry out planned and reactive fabric maintenance across the estate Internal and external painting works as required General building works including carpentry, minor plumbing, paving and repairs Support promotional installations and general property maintenance activities Ensure all works comply with Health & Safety legislation, HASAW and company policies Close and update completed PPM tasks on the CAFM system Maintain high standards of workmanship, housekeeping and personal presentation Assist with coordinating specialist subcontractors when required Participate in team duties and respond flexibly to emergencies and call‑outs if required Attend training, meetings and take responsibility for ongoing professional development
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Essential Experience & Qualifications
Time served apprenticeship in carpentry (or relevant trade) Minimum 2 years’ post‑apprenticeship experience Experience working in a multi‑disciplined maintenance or facilities environment Comfortable working at height and using powered access equipment Strong communication skills with a proactive, team‑focused attitude High attention to detail and pride in delivering quality work
Desirable
Additional trade background or multi‑skilled experience Health & Safety or safety management training Full UK driving licence
What We’re Looking For
A reliable and adaptable technician who enjoys working in a fast‑paced retail environment Someone who takes ownership of their work and contributes positively to the wider team A professional who values safety, presentation and customer experience
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We value attitude and reliability as much as technical skill, and we are keen to hear from engineers who want to build a long‑term future with a growing business.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability
Career Prospects at Acorn
Acorn is committed to developing its people for the long term.
Many of our engineers progress into senior engineering, specialist, or management roles as they grow within the business. We actively encourage skill development, increased responsibility, and career progression for individuals who show commitment, reliability, and a strong customer‑focused approach.
As our service offering and client base continue to grow, there are ongoing opportunities for overtime, role development, and exposure to a wide variety of technically interesting sites and systems.
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