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Mechanical Draughtsperson (Steel Fabrication)

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Gqeberha, Eastern Cape

Contract

Posted 1 day ago

Contract Engineering

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Job Description

The civil and structural consultancy in Gqeberha needs a draughtsperson who gets the dimensions right the first time. It's a practical job: you'll see what you got done before you go home.

You'll report in Gqeberha. Relocation is not covered for this one. The first two weeks are spent shadowing someone experienced.

What your day looks like

Update drawings after engineer comments and track revisions
Take site measurements to check existing conditions
Model steel structures in Tekla and produce shop drawings and cutting lists
Prepare electrical single line diagrams and cable routing drawings
Check shop drawings from subcontractors against design drawings
Draft civil layouts, longitudinal sections and cross sections for services

What you need

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

Extra points for

Revit or Civil 3D experience
Workshop or site background
Experience with plant piping design software

What you get

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

Applying, step by step

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Gqeberha really suit you before you apply.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: qualification certificate and results plus a PDF portfolio of 5 to 10 drawings with client details removed.
Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 9 working days, usually by phone.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Gqeberha; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

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