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Fabric Maintenance Engineer / Handyperson Job Title: Fabric Maintenance Engineer Location: West London Hours: Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 17:00 (40 hours per week) Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: Up to 42,000 + overtime + benefits Role Purpose The Fabric Maintenance Engineer is a key site-based role dedicated to maintaining the interior and exterior fabric of a flagship commercial office development to immaculate, showroom standards. Working alongside the resident mechanical and electrical engineering team, you will take full ownership of all building fabric maintenance, planned remedial tasks, and proactive inspections. With a strong practical foundation in woodwork, carpentry, architectural ironmongery, and door maintenance , you will ensure all tenant spaces, executive suites, reception areas, and common parts are kept in flawless physical condition with zero disruption to corporate occupiers. Key Responsibilities 1. Carpentry, Door Maintenance & Architectural Ironmongery Door Systems & Closers: Inspect, repair, ease, and adjust internal and external doors, including heavy timber doors, acoustic boardroom doors, and glass entrance systems. Fire Door Integrity: Carry out routine inspections and maintenance on fire-rated doorsets, checking gaps, seals, intumescent strips, hinges, vision panels, and emergency push-bars in line with statutory fire compliance guidelines. Architectural Hardware: Repair, fit, and replace mortice locks, digital/card lock assemblies, latches, floor springs, overhead door closers, handles, and push-plates. Bespoke Woodwork & Joinery: Perform minor joinery repairs across wall panelling, reception desks, skirting boards, executive cabinetry, office furniture, and timber fixtures. 2. General Fabric Maintenance & Interior Finishing Painting & Decorating: Deliver high-quality patch plastering, filling, caulking, and paintwork touch-ups across high-visibility areas, lift lobbies, stairwells, and executive meeting suites. Flooring & Ceilings: Inspect and replace stained or damaged suspended ceiling tiles, inspect access hatches, and repair, re-lay, or replace carpet tiles and vinyl/raised-access flooring. 3. Basic Public Health & Multi-Skilled Support Minor Plumbing & Sanitaryware: Assist with first-line public health remedials, including unblocking toilets and basins, replacing toilet seats, resealing silicon around washroom basins/countertops, and repairing minor tap leaks. Showroom Standards: Conduct daily fabric audits across landlord common areas, plant rooms, and risers, proactively logging and rectifying defects before tenants or clients report them. Escort & Coordination: Supervise and coordinate specialist fabric contractors (e.g., specialist flooring contractors, major glazing teams, or external rope-access window cleaners) when required. 4. Health, Safety & Administration Safe Working Practices: Strictly adhere to site Safe Systems of Work (SSoW), utilizing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and working within dynamic Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS). Working at Height: Carry out minor maintenance tasks at height safely utilizing step-ladders, mobile scaffold towers (PASMA), or access platforms (IPAF) where certified. CAFM Logging: Utilise the on-site CAFM system via a handheld tablet to log start/finish times, record detailed material usage, and close out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive tasks within SLA. Person Specification Experience & Background Proven Track Record: Demonstrable experience working as a Fabric Engineer, Building Maintenance Handyperson, or Facilities Maintenance Carpenter within a corporate office, 5-star hotel, or high-end commercial property. Carpentry / Woodwork Skillset: Confident, proven practical capability with fine timber repairs, hanging/easing commercial doors, adjusting door closers, and fitting high-specification architectural ironmongery. Multi-Skilled Capability: Competent across wider building fabric disciplines, including painting/decorating, silicone work, drylining repairs, and minor plumbing. Qualifications & Certifications Trade Qualification (Desirable): NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or City & Guilds equivalent) in Carpentry & Joinery, Wood Occupations, or Building Maintenance Operations (desirable) Fire Door Competence (Highly Desirable): Recognised fire door installation/inspection awareness certification (e.g., BM TRADA, FDIS, or FIRAS awareness) is a strong advantage. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Embark on an exciting opportunity as a Carpentry-biased Handyman working primarily with skirting and architrave. This role, based in Cambridge, offers an engaging environment where your carpentry skills will be vital to delivering high-quality finishing work. The successful candidate will be responsible for installing and finishing skirting boards and architraves, ensuring precision and attention to detail in every task. You will work closely with the project team to meet deadlines and maintain the high standards expected by our client. The role requires a proactive approach, reliability, and a strong background in carpentry to effectively carry out the assigned tasks. Experience in carpentry, particularly with skirting and architrave work Must have a hover Must possess a nail gun for efficient fitting No CSCS card needed for this role Strong attention to detail and quality standards Working with our client provides the benefit of a supportive team environment and a competitive rate of pay. The position in Cambridge is ideal for skilled carpenters seeking consistent work with scope for skill use and development. You will have the chance to contribute to high-quality internal finishing projects and develop your carpentry expertise further in a reputable company. If you meet the criteria and are eager to join a dedicated team, this role offers a great opportunity to showcase your craftsmanship and enjoy a rewarding work environment.

Groundworker - Domestic Sutton Permanent Build Recruitment provides specialist recruitment services, supplying quality candidates on a temporary or permanent basis to leading organisations throughout the built environment - from executive to operative level. With offices in London, Manchester and the Southwest, we specialise in Housing, Construction, Facilities Management, Property, Surveying, Health & Safety and Sales. We supply candidates from executive to operative level, and are currently working with a Housing Association, who are looking for a groundworker based in South West London . Day to Day for groundworker - Reactive Maintenance : Carrying day to day general maintenance in domestic properties - Fencing, brickwork and pointing, concrete works, and slabbing Good costumer service, meeting and greeting tenants Using a PDA Benefits for groundworker: Van fuel card provided 28 days holiday plus bank holidays Enhanced Pension Scheme Enhanced Paternity/Maternity Pay Sick Pay Full time work Opportunities to upskill Please apply or contact Josie Lee at Build Recruitment for further details. We'll take the time to understand your career history and motivations for a new role. We'll also take references and may ask for proof of eligibility to work in the UK. We work with a wide variety of clients in the public and private sector, and we will work with you to identify clients in which your skills, experience and personality will fit. Once we submit you for a role you will receive support and regular communication throughout the interview process. From there our commitment to you is all about being your career partner. We'll identify suitable jobs, provide support, and career guidance and even provide regular salary benchmarking. The ideal candidate for this position would have experience as a groundworker or landscaper or ground maintenance operative or builder or bricklayer or fencing or bricklaying or tarmacing or maintenance operative or multi skilled operative or multi trade operative or multi trader or carpenter or joiner or UPVC specialist or plumber or plumber multi trader or plasterer or plasterer multi trader or multi trade operative or multi skilled operative or maintenance operative or handyman with experience in social housing or housing associations or domestic properties or council properties or MOD (Minstry of defense).

Plumber Multi Trader Bedford Permanent Build Recruitment provides specialist recruitment services, supplying quality candidates on a temporary or permanent basis to leading organisations throughout the built environment - from executive to operative level. With offices in London, Manchester and the Southwest, we specialise in Housing, Construction, Facilities Management, Property, Surveying, Health & Safety and Sales. We supply candidates from executive to operative level, and are currently working with a Housing Association, who are looking for a plumber multi trader based in Bedfordshire . Day to Day for plumber multi trader: Carrying day to day general repairs and maintenance in domestic council properties Good costumer service, meeting and greeting tenants Using a PDA Benefits for plumber multi trader: Van fuel card provided Up to 33 days annual leave days plus bank holidays Enhanced pension scheme Enhanced Family Leave Opportunities to upskill Progression Please apply or contact Josie Lee at Build Recruitment for further details. We'll take the time to understand your career history and motivations for a new role. We'll also take references and may ask for proof of eligibility to work in the UK. We work with a wide variety of clients in the public and private sector, and we will work with you to identify clients in which your skills, experience and personality will fit. Once we submit you for a role you will receive support and regular communication throughout the interview process. From there our commitment to you is all about being your career partner. We'll identify suitable jobs, provide support, and career guidance and even provide regular salary benchmarking. The ideal candidate for this position would have experience as a plumber or unvented plumber or plumber multi or plumber multi trader or maintenance operative or multi skilled operative or multi trade operative or multi trader or carpenter or joiner or UPVC specialist or plumber or plumber multi trader or plasterer or plasterer multi trader or bricklayer multi trader or brickwork or multi trade operative or multi skilled operative or maintenance operative or handyman with experience in social housing or housing associations or domestic properties or council properties or MOD (Minstry of defense).

Hi, We are looking for Handyman. Handyman in SW1A Postcode: SW1A Payrate: 20.50 PH (9 hours) Start time: 7:30 AM Start: ASAP/Tomorrow Work: Basic carpentry work 1 week Work CSCS, full PPE Kit, basic hand tools & Proof of address required Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Emberstone Recruitment is currently looking for a skilled Contract Carpenter for a short-term, five-day project in Southwark, South East London. This role involves working on a newly built residential development, specialising in 2nd fix carpentry tasks such as architraves, skirting, and other finishings. The successful candidate will be expected to deliver high-quality craftsmanship, ensuring precise and timely completion of the assigned work. While this position is only a five-day contract, there is significant potential for further work with the same client, with upcoming projects across East London depending on the successful delivery of this initial job. Proven experience in 2nd fix carpentry on residential projects Valid Blue CSCS card or extensive hands-on experience in carpentry trade Own tools necessary for carpentry tasks Availability to work a five-day contract Reliable, punctual, and professional approach to work This is an excellent opportunity for a committed and experienced carpenter to add value to a high-quality residential development. Our client offers a competitive daily rate and immediate start on site. Successful completion of this short-term project could lead to more consistent work across East London, providing stability and ongoing opportunities. If you meet the requirements and are looking for a focused contract role with the possibility of future assignments, we encourage you to get in touch to discuss this employment opportunity further.

Emberstone Recruitment is currently looking for a skilled Handyman for a short-term, 4-day project in Southwark, South East London. This role involves working on a newly built residential development, specialising in 2nd fix carpentry tasks such as architraves, skirting, and other finishings. The successful candidate will be expected to deliver high-quality craftsmanship, ensuring precise and timely completion of the assigned work. While this position is only a five-day contract, there is significant potential for further work with the same client, with upcoming projects across East London depending on the successful delivery of this initial job. Extensive hands-on experience in carpentry Own tools necessary for carpentry tasks (including a nail gun) Reliable, punctual, and professional approach to work This is an excellent opportunity for a committed and experienced carpenter to add value to a high-quality residential development. Our client offers a competitive daily rate and immediate start on site. Successful completion of this short-term project could lead to more consistent work across East London, providing stability and ongoing opportunities. If you meet the requirements and are looking for a focused contract role with the possibility of future assignments, we encourage you to get in touch to discuss this employment opportunity further.