Structural Draftsperson

Job Description

Our client, a leading multi-disciplinary consulting engineering company, has a vacancy for a Structural Draftsperson in their Secunda office.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute drafting assignments
• Follow operational guidelines as described by the company’s drawing system guidelines
• Ensure that the project drawings meet quality standards and customer requirements
• Ensure the company’s drawing system quality objectives are met
• Make adjustments or changes as directed by the responsible person
• Should have a good understanding of concrete and structural steel drawings, an added advantage would be an understanding of the industrial or petrochemical environment
• Draw completed designs from sketches or from other engineering documentation
• Utilize knowledge of various drafting packages and software to complete drawings
• 3D modelling and the creation of construction drawings thereof is essential to the role
• Would be an advantage if the candidate can generate concrete reinforcement drawings and schedules
• Discuss corrections and direct questions on drawings for discussion with the responsible person
• Record all changes and resubmit to responsible person
• Maintain competence, awareness and compliance with the project at hand
• Maintain consistency and high quality
• Address drafting related queries and concerns in a timely manner
• Review the work of Junior Draftspersons and provide feedback
• Must be proficient in Autodesk Revit or MicroStation
• Should be medically fit and willing to visit the worksite for measurements and related activities

Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience
• Problem solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work alone and in a team environment
• Ability to work fast and effectively
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Drafting Diploma (advantage)
• Valid driver’s license