Fabric Technician

Location: City

Job Title: Fabric Technician (Maintenance / Carpentry / Building Fabric)

Company: CBRE Global Workplace Solutions, a global leader in facilities management and corporate real estate services.

Location: Cardiff, UK

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is looking for a skilled Fabric Technician to join our team in Derby. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on maintenance professional with experience in building fabric maintenance, carpentry, painting and decorating, and general repairs. In this role, you will support the safe, efficient, and high-quality upkeep of a client site, completing both planned and reactive maintenance tasks while delivering excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete repairs to doors, walls, ceilings, floors, fixtures, and fittings, including minor carpentry and fabric works.
• Undertake painting, decorating, patch repairs, and general building maintenance tasks to a high standard.
• Support minor plumbing works, basic lighting maintenance, filter changes, and other general site maintenance activities.
• Inspect site conditions, identify defects, and produce clear reports, risk assessments, and method statements where required.
• Use PDA or maintenance systems to accurately record work completed, updates, and follow-up actions.
• Liaise professionally with client representatives, contractors, and colleagues to ensure a high level of service delivery.
• Carry out all tasks safely and in line with health and safety procedures, including COSHH, working at height, and safe systems of work.

Skills and Experience Required

• Strong practical skills in carpentry, building fabric repairs, painting and decorating, and general maintenance.
• Experience working with fire doors and an understanding of building compliance requirements.
• City & Guilds, NVQ, or equivalent qualification in carpentry or a related trade is preferred.
• Experience working in commercial, corporate, or high-profile environments is advantageous.
• Good IT skills, including the ability to use mobile devices or maintenance management systems.
• Strong communication and customer service skills with a professional approach.
• Ability to read and follow technical drawings, instructions, and safe working procedures.
• Good understanding of health and safety regulations, including COSHH, risk assessments, and working at height.
• Full UK driving licence.

What We Offer

• Career development and progression opportunities within a global business.
• Ongoing training and support to help you succeed in the role.
• The opportunity to work within a professional, collaborative, and client-focused environment.
• A stable, full-time permanent position with a recognised industry leader.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Fabric Technician looking for your next opportunity in Derby, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join CBRE Global Workplace Solutions and build your career with a leading facilities management organisation.