Fabric Engineer

  • Approach Personnel Ltd
  • Leicester, Leicestershire
  • Jun 11, 2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Fabric Engineer / Handyman
Full-Time Static Site 40 Hours Per Week

Our client, one of the UK's leading Facilities Management providers, is seeking an experienced Fabric Engineer / Handyman to join their team on a permanent basis at a prestigious static site.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation offering long-term career prospects, a supportive team environment, and the chance to work within a high-profile commercial facility.

The Role

As a Fabric Engineer, you will be responsible for carrying out a variety of planned and reactive building maintenance tasks across the site, ensuring the building remains safe, compliant, and maintained to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

  • General building fabric repairs and maintenance
  • Basic plumbing repairs and maintenance
  • Carpentry, painting and decorating works
  • Minor patch repairs to walls, ceilings, floors, and fixtures
  • Door, lock and ironmongery repairs
  • Supporting other engineering teams where required
  • Completing planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks
  • Responding to reactive maintenance requests in a timely manner
  • Accurately completing maintenance records and job reports

Working Hours

  • 40 hours per week
  • Rotating early and late shifts
  • Participation in an on-call rota
  • Flexibility to work occasional weekends as required

Requirements

  • Previous experience working as a Fabric Engineer, Handyman, Building Maintenance Operative or similar
  • Strong all-round building maintenance skills
  • Good knowledge of carpentry, basic plumbing, decorating and general repairs
  • Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Full UK Driving Licence desirable

What's on Offer

  • Permanent position with one of the UK's largest FM companies
  • Competitive salary
  • Overtime opportunities
  • On-call allowance
  • Company benefits package
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Career progression opportunities within a national organisation

If you are a skilled Fabric Engineer or Handyman looking for a stable role with a leading Facilities Management company, we'd love to hear from you.