Junior Draughtsperson (Engineering Office)

Clean, clear drawings that the workshop can build from: that is the job at the electrical contractor design office in Rustenburg. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

The site is in Rustenburg; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

• Produce bills of materials from 3D models
• Check shop drawings from subcontractors against design drawings
• Prepare electrical single line diagrams and cable routing drawings
• Keep the drawing register current and issue drawings on time
• Take site measurements to check existing conditions
• Update drawings after engineer comments and track revisions
• Model steel structures in Tekla and produce shop drawings and cutting lists

• National Diploma or N6 in Mechanical, Civil or Electrical Engineering, or a draughting qualification
• Neat and accurate, with a habit of checking your own work
• Able to read engineers' mark-ups and ask the right questions
• Advanced skills in AutoCAD plus one 3D package
• Understanding of engineering drawing standards and tolerances

• Registration with ECSA as a Candidate Engineering Technician
• Workshop or site background

• Two-screen workstation
• Latest CAD software licences
• Hybrid work once you are settled in
• Paid training on new software

• A good drawing portfolio beats a long CV. Show a range: general arrangement, details and a 3D model view.
• List the software versions you use daily. Firms want to know you can start without training.