Job Title: Fabric Engineer
Department: Building Services / Facilities Management
Location: NW1
Reporting To: Contracts Manager
Job Purpose
To carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs, and general fabric maintenance across commercial, residential, or public-sector buildings. The role focuses on maintaining the building fabric, including painting and decorating, carpentry works, doors, locks, and general repairs, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities
Building Fabric Maintenance
* Carry out inspections and repairs to building fabric elements.
* Perform minor masonry, tiling, plastering, and patch repair works.
* Repair walls, ceilings, floors, and other internal and external building finishes.
* Maintain the overall appearance and condition of properties.
Painting & Decorating
* Prepare surfaces including sanding, filling, and priming.
* Carry out internal and external painting and decorating works.
* Repair damaged paintwork and ensure high-quality finishes.
* Apply specialist coatings where required.
Carpentry & Joinery
* Repair, adjust, and replace timber fixtures and fittings.
* Carry out minor carpentry works including skirting boards, shelving, kitchen units, and partitions.
* Install and repair door frames, architraves, and other joinery items.
* Maintain and repair furniture and internal fittings.
Doors, Locks & Ironmongery
* Repair and adjust fire doors to maintain compliance.
* Replace door closers, hinges, handles, and associated ironmongery.
* Diagnose and repair door alignment issues.
* Install, maintain, and replace locks, cylinders, and locking mechanisms.
* Carry out lock changes and key management tasks as required.
Planned & Reactive Maintenance
* Complete scheduled PPM tasks in accordance with maintenance schedules.
* Respond promptly to reactive maintenance requests.
* Accurately record completed work using CAFM or maintenance management systems.
* Identify and report any additional works or health and safety concerns.
Health & Safety
* Comply with all company health and safety policies.
* Ensure work areas are left clean and safe.
* Use PPE and equipment correctly.
* Complete risk assessments and permits to work when required.
* Ensure statutory compliance, particularly regarding fire doors and building safety