Fabric Engineer (Multi-Site)
| Posting date: | 13 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £36,000 to £38,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 February 2026 |
| Location: | E14 5HP |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | ISS Facilities Services |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 151467 |
Summary
Fabric Engineer (Multi-Site)
Location: London, E14 5HP
Hours of work: 40
Contract Type: Permanent
We are seeking a skilled and versatile Fabric Engineer to join our team, working across multiple sites to provide essential support during the crossover between day and night shifts.
This role ensures continuity of service, effective handovers, and timely completion of tasks to maintain high standards of building fabric maintenance.
Job Description
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Facilities Management (FM) and hands-on experience in painting and decorating, combined with excellent DIY skills.
You will be confident in handling a variety of ad hoc tasks, adhering to engineering standards and Health and Safety at Work Act (HASAWA) requirements, while delivering exceptional service to our clients.
Key Responsibilities
Respond promptly and effectively to all building fabric-related issues and help desk requests.
Inspect and repair floor, wall, and ceiling coverings.
Inspect and repair free-standing and fitted furniture.
Inspect and clear drainage gully systems.
Inspect and replace door closure devices, hinges, and associated fixtures.
Carry out painting, decorating, and other semi-skilled tasks as required.
Support the wider engineering team with reactive and proactive maintenance tasks.
Conduct fabric surveys, report findings, and produce material cost lists for minor works.
Coordinate initial actions for client requests, including handling enquiries and complaints.
Oversee visiting specialist sub-contractors for PPM schedules and accept completed works.
Carry out minor installation work and ensure compliance with company and client procedures.
Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications
Proven all-rounder with strong DIY skills and experience in painting and decorating (C&G, NVQ, or time-served preferred).
Background in Facilities Management with the ability to adapt to varied tasks.
Experience overseeing a small team of fabric engineers.
Trade-based certificates are advantageous; training such as IPAF and PASMA can be provided.
Strong commitment to health and safety and quality assurance standards.
The Company
ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.
Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.
We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #ISSGreatPeople #ISSTalent #PeopleMakePlace
ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.
ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.
We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.
Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.
If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing resourcing.team@uk.issworld.com
Location: London, E14 5HP
Hours of work: 40
Contract Type: Permanent
We are seeking a skilled and versatile Fabric Engineer to join our team, working across multiple sites to provide essential support during the crossover between day and night shifts.
This role ensures continuity of service, effective handovers, and timely completion of tasks to maintain high standards of building fabric maintenance.
Job Description
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Facilities Management (FM) and hands-on experience in painting and decorating, combined with excellent DIY skills.
You will be confident in handling a variety of ad hoc tasks, adhering to engineering standards and Health and Safety at Work Act (HASAWA) requirements, while delivering exceptional service to our clients.
Key Responsibilities
Respond promptly and effectively to all building fabric-related issues and help desk requests.
Inspect and repair floor, wall, and ceiling coverings.
Inspect and repair free-standing and fitted furniture.
Inspect and clear drainage gully systems.
Inspect and replace door closure devices, hinges, and associated fixtures.
Carry out painting, decorating, and other semi-skilled tasks as required.
Support the wider engineering team with reactive and proactive maintenance tasks.
Conduct fabric surveys, report findings, and produce material cost lists for minor works.
Coordinate initial actions for client requests, including handling enquiries and complaints.
Oversee visiting specialist sub-contractors for PPM schedules and accept completed works.
Carry out minor installation work and ensure compliance with company and client procedures.
Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications
Proven all-rounder with strong DIY skills and experience in painting and decorating (C&G, NVQ, or time-served preferred).
Background in Facilities Management with the ability to adapt to varied tasks.
Experience overseeing a small team of fabric engineers.
Trade-based certificates are advantageous; training such as IPAF and PASMA can be provided.
Strong commitment to health and safety and quality assurance standards.
The Company
ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.
Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.
We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #ISSGreatPeople #ISSTalent #PeopleMakePlace
ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.
ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.
We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.
Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.
If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing resourcing.team@uk.issworld.com
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