Fabric Engineer

Are you an experienced Building Fabric Maintenance professional looking for your next challenge? If you're based in or around the Ipswich area, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for! Arcus FM are recruiting within our facilities maintenance team and are looking for a skilled and reliable Fabric Specialist to deliver high-quality planned and reactive maintenance services across a portfolio of multi-site clients. What’s in it for you: Competitive Salary - £34,271 per annum Company van and fuel card – with personal use available from day one Door-to-door pay - earn from the moment you leave home 25 days annual leave , plus bank holidays Enhanced overtime rates for additional earnings Annual bonus (up to 4%) - subject to performance (historically paid out) About the Job As an Arcus Building Fabric Specialist, you’ll work across multiple client sites in your area, ensuring facilities are safe, fully functional, and well-maintained. This is a mobile role that offers variety, autonomy, and the chance to showcase your expertise in a range of building fabric tasks. You’ll be expected to: Deliver effective repairs and maintenance work to a high standard Respond to reactive issues promptly and professionally Maintain clear documentation using handheld IT systems Support customer satisfaction through excellent service delivery To be successful you will have: Essential: Time-served, hands‑on experience in multiple trades (ideally in a fabric maintenance role) NVQ, City & Guilds, BTEC, or equivalent qualifications in a relevant trade A valid UK driver’s licence Confidence working independently and in customer‑facing environments Comfortable using handheld IT equipment for work management and documentation Solid knowledge of health & safety standards Desirable: Experience in retail or multi‑site maintenance environments Core trade skills we’re looking for include: Patch plastering and rendering Carpentry and joinery Floor and wall coverings (tiling, vinyl etc) Basic plumbing Changing locks and fittings General fabric repairs While you don’t need to be an expert in every area, we’re looking for someone with solid, practical experience across a range of disciplines. Additional info: Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday On‑call rota: 1 in every 4 weeks Why join Arcus: We’re an award‑winning facilities management provider that values expertise and commitment. We actively promote from within and offer career progression opportunities across our nationwide operations. You’ll also benefit from a comprehensive rewards package including: Matched pension contributions (5–6%) Life assurance Access to our industry‑leading training academy Discounts, vouchers, and financial aid programs #J-18808-Ljbffr