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Mobile Fabric Technician

Location: Newcastle, Middlesborough, Carlisle, Penrith, Durham, Sunderland.

About CBRE

CBRE is the global leader in real estate services, operating in over 48 countries with more than 70,000 employees worldwide. Through CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS), we deliver integrated facilities management services for some of the world's largest occupiers.

We are currently recruiting a Fabric Technician to join our on‑site facilities team covering sites around the Northeast.

As a Fabric Technician, you will carry out a range of fabric maintenance and repair activities, supporting the day‑to‑day operation of the site. You'll respond to reactive works, complete planned maintenance activities, and work closely with clients, contractors, and the wider FM team to ensure a safe, compliant, and effective service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Respond to reactive maintenance tasks in line with agreed SLAs
Complete planned preventative maintenance within agreed timescales
Carry out general fabric maintenance, including floors, doors, ceilings and wall coverings
Undertake basic plumbing and carpentry repairs
Complete point of work risk assessments and follow all health & safety procedures
Liaise professionally with client representatives regarding maintenance tasks
Use a PDA to log works, update job statuses and communicate effectively
Support minor project works when required
Induct, permit, monitor and chaperone subcontractors as needed
Participate in an on‑call rota (average 1 week in every 4)

What We're Looking For

Previous experience in fabric maintenance
Experience working within a heavy industrial or similar environment
City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent qualification in Carpentry and/or Plumbing
Good understanding of H&S requirements (e.g. COSHH, risk assessments, working at height)
Ability to interpret drawings, instructions, and technical processes
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage your own workload
Good customer service and communication skills
PC literate and comfortable using mobile job management systems
Full UK driving licence
Flexible and willing to take part in the on‑call rota

Why Join CBRE?

Work for a global, market‑leading organisation
Opportunities for development and progression
Be part of a professional and supportive facilities team
Competitive salary and benefits packageApply now to be part of a world‑class facilities management team with CBRE