Fabric Engineer

Job Title: Fabric Engineer
Client Contract: Peterborough Schools PFI
Location: Peterborough
Department/Service: Operations
Reporting To: Hard FM & Compliance Manager

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (1-hour lunch break)
Salary: Competitive salary based on skills & experience

Job Purpose:
We are seeking a skilled and reliable Fabric Engineer to provide essential mechanical support in maintaining three secondary schools within Peterborough. As part of our Operations team, you will play a key role in ensuring the upkeep and functionality of the building fabric, supporting the safe and efficient running of these facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform scheduled, planned, and reactive maintenance tasks on building fabrics, including walls, floors, ceilings, doors (including fire doors), and windows.
• Carry out repairs to structural elements such as fixing cracks, leaks, and damaged surfaces.
• Provide painting, plastering, and decorating services to maintain the aesthetic appeal of the buildings.
• Undertake occasional installation and project works.
• Maintain up-to-date trade knowledge and qualifications to ensure safe and efficient performance of duties.
• Provide quotations for small works as required.
• Use the Maximo CAFM system to manage workload effectively.
• Ensure the prompt and accurate completion of associated paperwork.
• Advise on parts and labour requirements for additional works, interfacing with suppliers and maintaining appropriate stock levels.
• Oversee external contractors and escort them when required.
• Participate in the on-call rota as part of a team.
• Adhere to Health & Safety policies, ensuring compliance with all company policies, management plans, and procedures.

Core Skill Requirements:

Essential:

• Understanding of maintenance requirements for building services and assets in a multi-site environment.
• Knowledge of Permit to Work and Safe Systems of Work.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Enhanced DBS Certification required.

Desirable:

• Formal qualifications up to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (carpentry or fabric-related trade).
• Previous experience working on PFI contracts, preferably within an educational environment.
• Understanding of Asset Maintenance and Lifecycle Works.
• Asbestos Awareness.
• Health & Safety / COSHH awareness.

Why Join Us?
This role offers an excellent opportunity to work within a dynamic, forward-thinking team, contributing to the maintenance of key educational facilities in Peterborough. If you are an experienced Fabric Engineer with a passion for maintaining building integrity and ensuring a safe environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!

How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications to apply for this exciting opportunity.

What can we offer you? 

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes; 

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays) 
• Life Cover  
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers 
• Gym membership discounts  
• Cycle to work scheme  
• Holiday purchase scheme 
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year 
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes 
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme 
• Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network 
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app 

Who are we? 

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.   

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables. 

EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live. 

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company. 

What’s next? 

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. 

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.  

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. 

The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.