Fabric Engineer
Fabric Engineer
Facilities
-Hatfield Hyde, South East
-£40,000 - £40,000 per annum
Consultant name: Mohammed Siddique
Call for more information on this position: 0203 974 4381
Job reference: JO-2208-252109
Date posted: 23/04/2026
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Overview Our client is seeking an experienced Fabric Engineer to join their team at a prestigious commercial site in Hertfordshire.
This is a hands-on and varied role within a professional environment, offering clear career progression, ongoing training, and opportunities to upskill within a growing facilities sector.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary with overtime opportunities
- Clear career progression pathway
- Generous holiday allowance
- Ongoing training and development
- Stable role within a prestigious commercial environment
Working Hours
- Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 17:00
- Participation in on-call rota as required
Key Responsibilities Fabric & Building Maintenance
- Carry out painting, decorating, tiling, carpentry, plastering, and grouting works
- Repair and maintain building fixtures including doors, locks, handles, and windows
- Undertake general fabric maintenance across plant rooms and communal areas
- Ensure all works are completed to a high-quality standard
Mechanical, Electrical & Compliance Support
- Replace and maintain lighting systems, including emergency lighting testing
- Carry out basic electrical works where required
- Perform fire alarm testing and fire door inspections in line with compliance standards
- Undertake basic plumbing and drainage duties, including system flushing
- Support maintenance of building services systems
Inspections & PPM
- Conduct visual inspections across plant rooms and site areas
- Support Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) activities
- Identify and report defects, faults, and maintenance requirements
- Ensure site safety, compliance, and operational efficiency
Skills & Experience Essential
- City & Guilds 18th Edition certification (or equivalent electrical awareness)
- Proven experience in a fabric maintenance or building services environment
- Strong understanding of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)
- Ability to carry out multi-skilled fabric repairs and general maintenance tasks
- Good awareness of Health & Safety and compliance standards
Desirable
- City & Guilds or BTEC qualification in Electrical Engineering or similar
- Experience in corporate or head office environments
- IPAF and/or PASMA certification
- Additional technical or specialist maintenance training
Key Success Factors
- Effective operation and maintenance of building fabric and services equipment
- Proactive identification and resolution of maintenance defects
- Minimising downtime and disruption across site operations
- Strict adherence to Health & Safety and statutory compliance standards
Candidate Profile
- Hands-on, reliable, and detail-oriented
- Strong problem-solving and practical maintenance skills
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Professional with good communication skills
- Committed to high standards of workmanship and safety
Why Join? This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive, professional team, working in a prestigious commercial environment with genuine opportunities for progression and upskilling.
Mohammed Siddique