Mechanical Draughtsperson (Steel Fabrication)

How2Apply Talent Network
Montague Gardens, Western Cape
Full-time
Posted 1 day ago
Full-time Engineering
R31 750 – R40 250/month
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Job Description

The civil and structural consultancy in Montague Gardens needs a draughtsperson who gets the dimensions right the first time. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

You'll report in Montague Gardens. Relocation is not covered for this one.

The work, day to day

  • Draw general arrangements, details and fabrication drawings in AutoCAD or Inventor
  • Draft civil layouts, longitudinal sections and cross sections for services
  • Model steel structures in Tekla and produce shop drawings and cutting lists
  • Update drawings after engineer comments and track revisions
  • Check shop drawings from subcontractors against design drawings
  • Prepare electrical single line diagrams and cable routing drawings

What you need

  • Able to read engineers' mark-ups and ask the right questions
  • Good time planning when several projects need drawings at once
  • Understanding of engineering drawing standards and tolerances
  • 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
  • At least 2 years working as a draughtsperson in your discipline

Nice if you have

  • Revit or Civil 3D experience
  • Registration with ECSA as a Candidate Engineering Technician

On offer

  • Two-screen workstation
  • Paid training on new software
  • Latest CAD software licences

How to apply

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: qualification certificate and results plus ID copy (certified and recent).
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 5 working days, usually by phone.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Montague Gardens.

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

Before you hit apply

  • 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.

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Job details
SalaryR31 750 – R40 250/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationMontague Gardens, Western Cape
CategoryEngineering
Experience10+ years
Posted11 October 2026
Closing Date15 November 2026
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