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Posted 01 August, 2026

Fabric Operative / Handy Person

Invictus Recruitment
Bury Saint, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Fabric Operative Engineering

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Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
37.5 Hours | Permanent
Salary: Up to £30,000 per year (depending on experience, training and qualifications)

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An established independent healthcare provider is looking to recruit a Fabric Operative to join its Engineering team in Bury St Edmunds.

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This is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week. The successful candidate will be required to work a flexible shift pattern, participate in a rotational on-call rota, and occasionally work evenings or weekends when required.

Key Responsibilities\n
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    Carry out painting, decorating and general building fabric maintenance throughout the hospital.

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    Complete a range of fabric maintenance tasks including joinery, decoration and general repairs in both patient and staff areas.

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    Undertake planned and reactive refurbishment works across clinical and non-clinical environments.

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    Maintain high standards of workmanship and finish across all maintenance activities.

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    Support planned redecoration programmes and ensure building fabric is maintained to a high standard.

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    Provide advice on refurbishment requirements and assist with planning future maintenance works.

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    Work safely in accordance with health and safety procedures and relevant legislation.

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Candidate Requirements\n
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    Previous experience in painting, decorating and general building fabric maintenance.

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    Valid CSCS card.

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    Ability to undertake basic plumbing repairs, including TMV maintenance.

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    Experience delivering high-quality refurbishment and decorating work.

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    Able to work independently and use initiative.

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    Good understanding of health and safety and COSHH regulations.

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    Experience working in healthcare or other regulated environments is desirable.

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    PASMA or working at height/ladder training is advantageous.

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    Experience hanging a variety of wall coverings, including wide-width and fabric-backed materials.

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    Engineering training, apprenticeship, or trade qualification in painting, decorating or carpentry is desirable.

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    Experience working alongside contractors and facilities teams within large buildings.

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Benefits\n
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    25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.

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    Private pension scheme.

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    Private healthcare.

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    Staff discounts and wellbeing benefits.

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    Life assurance.

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    Family-friendly policies.

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    Ongoing training and career development.

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    Employee recognition programmes and additional lifestyle benefits.

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This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established healthcare organisation that offers a supportive working environment, excellent benefits and genuine opportunities for career progression.

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