Fabric Technician

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Bam Uk & Ireland
Delivers construction, civil engineering, property development, fit‑out, rail and FM services across UK & Ireland.
Maintain building fabric, perform repairs, inspections, and manage subcontractors.
15 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Derby, England, United Kingdom
Field
Company Size
850 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction
Civil Engineering
Facilities Management
Property Services
Sector Specialisms
Buildings
Infrastructure
Civil Engineering
Railways
Highways
Bridges
Wind Farms
Healthcare
Role
What you would be doing
subcontractor supervision
fabric inspection
meter readings
plant operations
ff&e repair
preventive maintenance

Liaison and supervision of subcontractors in relation to method statement risk assessment and safe execution of works.

Assist in the fulfilment of health and safety responsibilities within the site.

Carry out water hygiene testing (Training provided)

Carry out building fabric inspections and fault finding building fabric issues.

Carry out and supply meter readings for utility consumption.

Carry out fire door inspections (Training provided)

Undertake porterage duties.

Identify spare parts to carry out repairs and order through appropriate channels.

Ensure the operation of heating plant, fire alarm systems and lighting systems.

Open and secure building elements as required including; check windows, doors, external gates, perimeter fences to ensure condition and security.

Carry out installation and service and repair works to FF&E appliances in accordance manufactures guidelines.

Monitor and order stock for related items.

Carry out ceiling repair, painting, skirting and facing replacement, door servicing and refurbishment of FF&E equipment.

Assist in the provision of the associated services within the site.

In conjunction with common roles the Building Technician will have full responsibility for the Building fabric status of the site and carry out planned maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance tasks as they occur across the site.

What you bring
driving licence
trade qualification
fault diagnosis
plumbing
electrical
h&s training

Full driving licence.

This position requires you to be police vetted prior to start.

Reliable. (Through regular reviews of works attendance, attitude and competence).

Ability to read contract documentation including as-built drawings, schedules and specifications.

Time served tradesmen.

Recognised trade qualification.

Ability to read, understand and diagnose building faults utilising existing experience to identify failures in cladding and interface junctions between building fabric elements.

Basic plumbing/mechanical and electrical experience would be advantageous.

Ability to inspect and carryout reactive landscape maintenance tasks in accordance with the project agreement including litter picking.

Extensive knowledge and experience with building fault finding

Training in or experience of General H&S Regulations.

Good communication and organisational skills.

Ability to use initiative in day to day duties.

Must be experienced and self-motivated and able to identify concerns / defects without direction.

Benefits

A challenging and continuously changing environment in a forward thinking organisation. In addition to an attractive salary, we support further personal growth and development.

Training + Development
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Company
Overview
1958
Year Established
Overseeing projects across the UK and Ireland.
€6.5b
Annual Revenue
Part of the Royal BAM Group's total revenue pool.
13,200
Global Workforce
Backing BAM UK & Ireland's projects across two nations.
  • Known for delivering standout work from national roads and rail lines to the fit-out of iconic buildings.
  • Oversees end-to-end project delivery across multiple sectors.
  • Specializes in sectors including public infrastructure, commercial, residential, and rail.
  • Operates major civil engineering projects in the UK and leads building and rail projects in Ireland.
  • Features large-scale frameworks, PPP road bypasses, children’s hospitals, and modular housing.
  • Maintains in-house capabilities for electric-vehicle charging and geotechnical services.
Culture + Values
Environment + Sustainability
2026 Target
Net-Zero Goal
Achieving net-zero across direct operations and selected upstream activities.
40% Reduction
Emissions Drop
Significant decrease in direct emissions intensity since 2015.
35% Social Value
Project Impact
Targeting 35% social value in all major projects from 2030 onward.
5 Year A-Rating
CDP Recognition
Consistently achieving top score in the global environmental disclosure index.
  • Science-based target: 50% reduction in direct emissions by 2030, expected to be met early
  • New sustainability strategy (Jan 2023) includes 50% absolute Scope 3 emissions reduction by 2030 vs 2019
  • Founding signatory of Nature Positive Business Pledge with SMART, costed nature-impact targets
  • Delivering net-zero schools (Passivhaus/NZCiO), e.g. Southam College Phase 1 (handed over May 2024)
  • Examples of carbon-reduction measures: HVO fuels, EV transition & charging, low-carbon concrete, embodied-carbon studies, lower-energy hospital in Dublin (60–70% lower operational energy)
Inclusion & Diversity
30% women by 2030
Gender Representation in Senior Management
Target for gender balance in leadership positions.
  • By 2030, integrate climate‑adaptive measures into all projects (part of broader Safety, Health & Inclusion theme)
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