Fabric Engineer

Fabric Engineer

Job 294256

Posted 01-Sep-2026

Role type Full-time

Areas of Interest Engineering/Maintenance

Location(s) Borehamwood
- England
- United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Job Title: Fabric Technician
- Painting & Decorating Focus

Company: CBRE Global Workplace Solutions - a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management.

Location: Borehamwood

Job Type: Full-time

Hour: 7:00am - 16:00pm

We're seeking a skilled Fabric Technician with a strong painting and decorating background to join our team in Borehamwood. In this role, you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality planned and reactive fabric maintenance, with a particular focus on painting, decorating, making good, surface preparation, finishes and general building repairs across a professional client environment.

• Prepare surfaces including filling, sanding, making good, priming and applying suitable finishes
• Support minor building repairs, basic carpentry, door furniture, fixtures and fittings where needed
• Complete touch-ups, repairs and planned redecoration works in client-facing areas
• Respond to reactive fabric maintenance tasks and complete works within agreed timescales
• Repair and replace wall coverings, ceiling tiles, flooring finishes and other general fabric items as required
• Liaise with client representatives and site teams to deliver a professional, tidy and customer-focused service
• Use the PDA system to update jobs, record works completed and maintain clear communication
• Ensure all works are completed safely and in line with site procedures, risk assessments and health and safety requirements

• Confident with surface preparation, filling, sanding, priming, emulsion, gloss work and general finishing
• Previous fabric maintenance experience, including basic repairs, making good and minor building works
• Experience working in high-profile or client-facing environments
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements including COSHH, Working at Heights and risk assessments
• Strong attention to detail with pride in delivering a clean, professional finish
• Good communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
• Self-motivated, organised and able to manage workload effectively
• Basic IT skills and confidence using job management systems or PDA devices

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance
• Comprehensive training and support to help you succeed in your role