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Mechanical Draughtsperson (Steel Fabrication)

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Middelburg (MP), Mpumalanga

Full-time

Posted 1 hour ago

Full-time Engineering

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Job Description

The steel fabrication company in Middelburg (MP) needs a draughtsperson who gets the dimensions right the first time. It's the kind of job where doing the basics well every day gets you noticed.

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

The work, day to day

Produce bills of materials from 3D models
Update drawings after engineer comments and track revisions
Take site measurements to check existing conditions
Draw general arrangements, details and fabrication drawings in AutoCAD or Inventor
Draft civil layouts, longitudinal sections and cross sections for services

Must-haves

Understanding of engineering drawing standards and tolerances
National Diploma or N6 in Mechanical, Civil or Electrical Engineering, or a draughting qualification
At least 2 years working as a draughtsperson in your discipline
Able to read engineers' mark-ups and ask the right questions
Good time planning when several projects need drawings at once

Helpful, not essential

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

On offer

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

How to apply

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Middelburg (MP) really suit you before you apply.
Keep copies of these ready to send: a PDF portfolio of 5 to 10 drawings with client details removed plus ID copy (certified and recent).
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 Middelburg (MP); applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Tips to get shortlisted

List the software versions you use daily. Firms want to know you can start without training.
Remove client names and logos from sample drawings. Recruiters notice if you share confidential work.