YEARLY

Fabric Technician

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  • £36500 - £46000 per annum
  • Islington, London
  • PERMANENT

Fabric Technician

London | Full-Time

About the Role

We are recruiting for a Fabric Technician to join a growing maintenance team supporting a portfolio of commercial buildings across London.

This is a foot-mobile role suited to someone with a strong maintenance background who enjoys a hands-on position and takes pride in delivering high-quality repairs and building upkeep.

Key Responsibilities

  • Attend maintenance issues and carry out initial fault diagnosis.
  • Complete first-fix repairs where possible and escalate specialist issues when required.
  • Carry out minor plumbing repairs, including tap cartridges, valves, TRVs, pipework alterations, leaks and blockages.
  • Perform fabric repairs and maintenance, including:
    • Doors, locks and ironmongery
    • Ceiling tiles and flooring
    • Plasterboard repairs
    • Filling, sanding and decorating
  • Undertake light carpentry works such as installing shelving, cabinets, partitions and bespoke fittings.
  • Conduct site inspections and report defects, wear and tear, and remedial works.
  • Assist with contractor supervision and ensure work is completed to the required standard.
  • Support general building operations, including furniture assembly, TV installations, signage and office fit-out tasks.

About You

  • Previous experience in building maintenance, facilities management or construction.
  • Strong all-round fabric maintenance skills.
  • Basic understanding of plumbing, mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Good problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to maintenance.
  • Professional manner and strong communication skills.
  • Health and safety conscious.
  • Able to work independently and within a team.

Essential Qualifications

  • NVQ Level 2 or City & Guilds Level 2 in a relevant trade, such as:
    • Carpentry & Joinery
    • Plumbing
    • Building Maintenance
    • Mechanical Engineering Services

Desirable Qualifications

  • Gas Safe Registration
  • F-Gas Category I
  • Legionella / L8 Water Hygiene
  • 18th Edition
  • City & Guilds 2391 Testing & Inspection

Salary & Benefits

  • £36,500 - £46,000 basic salary
  • 28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
  • Monthly performance bonuses
  • Fully funded training and development
  • Career progression opportunities
  • Enhanced parental leave
  • Season Ticket Loan
  • Health & wellbeing benefits
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Company uniform and equipment provided

Ruby Cox Business Manager - Specialist Trades and Labour

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