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Fabric Engineer
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Fabric Engineer
Fabric Engineer – Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH) & Sandwell General Hospital (West Bromwich)
About the Role
Equans is seeking an experienced Fabric Engineer to join our team in delivering essential maintenance and repairs across Midland Metropolitan University Hospital NHS Trust estates. This is a full-time (40-hour) role with the following key responsibilities:
What You’ll Deliver
You will take responsibility for a range of fabric-based maintenance tasks, including:
- Undertaking reactive and proactive fabric works across both hospital estates
- Managing complex building systems, including:
- Fire doors and passive fire protection
- Drainage, cladding, and roof systems
- General joinery modifications/repairs
- Completing diagnostic fault finding and rapid response repairs, ensuring compliance with legislation, industry standards, and operational procedures
- Obtaining Competent Person status (following training) in high-risk areas such as:
- Confined spaces
- Working at height
- Other specialised domains as relevant
- Carrying out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks to maintain building service integrity, adhering to site programmes and personal competence standards
Salary & Benefits
- Salary Band: £32,000–£35,000 per annum (dependent on experience and skills)
- Annual Leave: 24 days (+ public holidays)
- Life Cover: Equivalent to 1.5x annual salary
- Corporate Discounts: Shopping schemes (major brands, retailers), gym memberships, and a cycle-to-work scheme
- Flexibility: Holiday purchase scheme, 2 CSR days/year
- Learning Opportunities: Access to professional qualifications, employee training, and tailored development programmes
- Referring Friends: Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
- Employee Networks & Support: Access to global employee networks including physical/mental health (AccessAbility), LGBTQ+ (Encompass), and diversity groups (e.g., WOMEN Together)
- Wellbeing Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and mental health app
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Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Qualifications: Recognised apprenticeship in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g., City & Guilds level)
- Technical Knowledge: Broad understanding of fabric-focused systems, including:
- Fire doors and passive fire protection
- Drainage, cladding, roof, timber, and steel systems
- General joinery/masonry. Healthcare experience is desirable.
- Clearance: Must pass a DBS Standard check
- Rights: Valid UK work right (relocation assistance unavailable)
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About Equans & Our Commitment to Diversity
Who We Are
Equans is a global leader in energy and services, focusing on sustainability and decarbonisation across built environments. In the UK & Ireland, we deliver:
- Facilities management
- Regeneration services
- Advanced digital and energy solutions
Backed by the global Bouygues group, Equans aims to become the best employer through operational excellence. With 15,000 employees, we operate to the Impact promise: aligning goals against Accountability, Respect, Team Spirit, and Service Focus.
Diversity & Inclusion
Equans fosters an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from:
- Women, ethnic minorities, and disabled individuals
- Anyone identifying with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010
Job-specific note: Right-to-work compliance and DBS check are mandatory.
How to Apply
If you’re passionate about maintaining essential infrastructure in a vtiable healthcare setting, please register and apply here.
Questions? Contact our Resourcing Team. External agency referrals are not required.
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