Mobile Fabric Engineer

OCS Group

1d

About The Position

The Mobile Fabric Engineer plans, inspects and carries out building-fabric repairs and preventative maintenance, responding to breakdowns promptly. The role covers general handyman work, small plumbing and joinery, and includes L8-related work. The engineer also supports the maintenance team with other facilities work and provides quotations for recommended works.

The successful candidate contributes to the efficiency, effectiveness and profitability of the contract, supporting integrated service delivery so work is completed safely, on time, within budget and to required quality standards. They ensure delegated reactive work orders and planned preventative maintenance are completed within contract SLAs and KPIs, follow safe systems of work, and maintain high site standards. The role involves liaising with subcontractors, cleaners and security. On-call cover is required, averaging one week in eight.

Working hours are 07:00–16:00 or 08:00–17:00, Monday to Friday. The role requires travel throughout the Thames Water estate, with occasional travel outside it.

Requirements

• Time-served fabric engineer with a maintenance background.
• Experienced in carpentry, painting and decorating, door hanging, carpet and lino repairs, glazing repairs, masonry repairs, locksmithing, tiling, and ceiling grids and tiles.
• L8 ACOP knowledge or qualification.
• Sound knowledge of developing and understanding safety documentation and ensuring site safety procedures are followed.
• Legionella awareness.
• CSCS Skills card or equivalent qualification.
• First Aid.
• Current, valid driving licence and willingness to travel throughout the Thames Water estate, with occasional travel outside it.
• Basic IT literacy, including understanding of Excel and Microsoft products.

Responsibilities

• Complete delegated reactive work orders and planned preventative maintenance within contract-defined SLAs and KPIs.
• Plan, inspect and carry out repairs and preventative maintenance, and respond to breakdowns promptly.
• Carry out building-fabric repairs, small plumbing and joinery, and general handyman services, including L8-related work.
• Assist the maintenance team with other facilities work as required.
• Provide quotations for recommended works.
• Ensure a safe system of work is followed before work begins and that work activities are properly carried out.
• Maintain sites to high standards and ensure works are completed to the required quality.
• Liaise with subcontractors, cleaners and security to support effective facilities management.
• Provide on-call cover, averaging one week in eight.
• Travel throughout the Thames Water estate and occasionally outside it.

Benefits

• Digital courses and resources through the OCS Academy.
• Access to exclusive discounts, rewards and wellbeing resources through the Hapi app.
• Further development and qualifications through professional growth opportunities.
• Access to a portion of earned wages before payday through the Wagestream app (contract specific).
• Inclusive and welcoming work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed