Location: Derby
About the Role
CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are currently recruiting a Fabric Technician to join our on-site facilities team.
This is a hands-on role responsible for delivering high-quality fabric maintenance across a client site, ensuring all reactive and planned works are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with agreed service levels.
Key Responsibilities
Respond to reactive maintenance tasks within agreed SLAs
Complete Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) within set timescales
Carry out fabric maintenance including floors, doors, ceilings, wall coverings, basic plumbing, and carpentry
Undertake minor project works as required
Complete point-of-work risk assessments and ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations
Liaise professionally with client representatives regarding maintenance and repair activities
Use a PDA/mobile device to log works, update tasks, and communicate effectively
Induct, permit, monitor, and chaperone subcontractors when required
Ensure all works are completed safely and in accordance with current legislation
Carry out any other reasonable duties as directed by the Contract Manager
What We're Looking For
Essential:
Proven experience in fabric maintenance
Experience working in a heavy industrial or similar environment
City & Guilds, NVQ, or equivalent qualification in carpentry and/or plumbing
Strong understanding of Health & Safety procedures (COSHH, Working at Height, Risk Assessments, etc.)
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and instructions
Good IT skills and confidence using mobile/PDA systems
Strong customer service and communication skills
Ability to organise workload and manage materials effectively
Full UK driving licence
Willingness to participate in an on-call rota (approximately 1 week in 4)
Why Join CBRE?
Work for a global market leader in facilities and real estate services
Stable, long-term contract environment
Opportunities for training, development, and progression
Supportive team culture with a strong focus on safety and quality