Location
London, E14 5HP

Hours
40 hours per week

Salary
£35,000 per annum

About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Fabric Technician to join our onsite team at the Canary Wharf site. In this role, you will be responsible for the effective maintenance and repair of building fabric, ensuring a safe, reliable, and high-quality environment. You will work proactively and dependably, adhering to the highest engineering standards and complying with the Health and Safety at Work Act (HASAWA). Your duties will include responding swiftly to building fabric issues, maintaining accurate records, and following established quality assurance procedures to support the smooth operation of the site.

The successful candidate will carry out inspections, repairs, and minor installations while supporting the wider engineering team in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality services. Responsibilities include coordinating client requests, managing specialist sub-contractors, conducting technical surveys, and ensuring all tools and equipment are maintained to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities
- Inspect, repair, and maintain floor, wall, and ceiling coverings
- Inspect, repair, or replace free-standing and fitted furniture
- Inspect and clear drainage gully systems
- Inspect, replace, or repair doors, windows, luminaries, and associated fixtures
- Carry out painting, decorating, and wallpapering to a high standard
- Complete semi-skilled tasks while supporting other engineering roles
- Respond promptly to building fabric issues and help desk requests
- Conduct technical surveys and produce detailed reports
- Coordinate client requests and manage sub-contractors effectively
- Maintain tools and equipment in optimal working condition
- Provide cover and support at other sites as required
- Ensure compliance with all company and client procedures, standards, and health and safety requirements

Experience
- Demonstrable experience in carpentry, painting, flooring, or building fabric maintenance
- Strong painting and decorating skills, including experience with high-grade wallpapers
- Experience with tiling repairs and installations
- Previous experience in a multi-site, banking, or similar commercial environment
- Good knowledge of general building works, diagnostic and repair procedures
- Experience using computer-based Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) systems

About You
- Proactive, dependable, and able to work flexibly both independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship
- Awareness and understanding of Health and Safety legislation and safe working practices

Qualifications
- City & Guilds or NVQ in a building trade such as painting, plastering, joinery, or carpentry
- PASMA and IPAF certification