CBRE
Mobile Multi-Skilled Fabric Engineer
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Mobile Fabric Technician
Multiple Locations Across the East Midlands & Staffordshire
Burton, Crewe, Derby, Eastwood, Etruria, Grantham, Leicester, Lincoln, Loughborough, Louth, Meir Park, Melton Mowbray, Netherfield, Newark, Nottingham, Stoke-on-Trent, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Uttoxeter, and Wigston.
Join CBRE Global Workplace Solutions
CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) is a leading global provider of integrated facilities management and corporate real estate services. As part of CBRE, the world's leading real estate services company, we deliver exceptional workplace experiences for some of the world's most recognised organisations.
We are currently seeking a Mobile Fabric Technician to support our operational teams across multiple locations. This is an excellent opportunity for skilled trades professionals looking to develop their career within a global organisation that values safety, innovation, and service excellence.
About The Role
As a Fabric Technician, you will be responsible for delivering planned and reactive building fabric maintenance across client sites, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out reactive maintenance tasks and repairs within agreed timescales.
- Undertake basic fabric maintenance including carpentry, flooring, wall coverings, ceilings, and general building repairs.
- Complete ceiling tile repairs and replacements.
- Carry out lighting maintenance, lamp replacements, AHU/FCU filter changes, and basic plumbing tasks.
- Conduct site surveys and assist in producing work requests, risk assessments, and method statements.
- Utilise handheld devices (PDA) to manage work orders, updates, and communications.
- Complete planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive works, and minor project activities.
- Build strong working relationships with client representatives and colleagues.
- Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with Health & Safety legislation and company procedures.
- Support additional maintenance and facilities tasks as directed by the Technical Services Manager.
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What We're Looking For
Essential
- Previous experience in a Fabric Technician, Building Maintenance, Carpentry, or similar role.
- City & Guilds, NVQ, or equivalent qualification in Carpentry.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Strong understanding of health and safety requirements, including COSHH, Risk Assessments, and Working at Height.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions.
- Good organisational skills with the ability to manage workloads independently.
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
- IT literacy and experience using mobile devices for work management.
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Desirable
- IOSH and/or NEBOSH Health & Safety qualification.
- Experience working within commercial or high-profile environments.
- Multi-skilled maintenance experience.
What's in it for You?
- Opportunity to join a global market-leading organisation.
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Exposure to a variety of maintenance and facilities projects.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
Locations
We are recruiting across the following locations:
- Burton
- Crewe
- Derby
- Eastwood
- Etruria
- Grantham
- Leicester
- Lincoln
- Loughborough
- Louth
- Meir Park
- Melton Mowbray
- Netherfield
- Newark
- Nottingham
- Stoke-on-Trent
- Sutton-in-Ashfield
- Uttoxeter
- Wigston
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If you're an experienced Fabric Technician or skilled tradesperson looking to join a world-class facilities management organisation, we'd love to hear from you.
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