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Designer and Draughtsman

Chainlink Recruitment (Pty) Ltd
East London Full-day Full-time

Description:

We have a 12-18- Month as well as Permanent Mechanical Design and Draughtsman positions available with salaries ranging from R50k – R120k/month:

Located in the East Rand in Germiston, our client specializes in delivering modular process solutions to the capital equipment market. With a focus on innovation and quality, our client caters to diverse industries, ensuring exceptional customer service and ongoing support.


Position Overview (All these might not be applicable on the mid- or Junior-level positions):
Your responsibilities will include:

  • Team Leadership and Management:
  • Manage a team of draughtsmen to produce project specific drawings as per project schedule
  • Allocate tasks and responsibilities, ensuring optimal use of resources
  • Mentor, develop and upskill team
  • Project Coordination:
  • Act as the primary point of contact between the drawing office and project management teams
  • Ensure that all drawings and documentation are produced in accordance with project specifications and deadlines
  • Coordinate with engineers, to gather information for draughtsman and clarify project requirements
  • Quality Assurance:
  • Review and approve all drawings and documentation before submission to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards
  • Documentation and Reporting:
  • Maintain accurate records of drawing revisions, project changes, and document control
  • Compliance and Standards:
  • Ensure that all drawings adhere to company standards, regulatory requirements, and industry codes
  • Client Interaction:
  • Engage with clients to understand their requirements and provide updates on drawing progress
  • Address and resolve any client concerns or issues related to drawing documentation

Requirements:

  • Team Leadership and Management:
  • Manage a team of draughtsmen to produce project specific drawings as per project schedule
  • Allocate tasks and responsibilities, ensuring optimal use of resources
  • Mentor, develop and upskill team
  • Project Coordination:
  • Act as the primary point of contact between the drawing office and project management teams
  • Ensure that all drawings and documentation are produced in accordance with project specifications and deadlines
  • Coordinate with engineers, to gather information for draughtsman and clarify project requirements
  • Quality Assurance:
  • Review and approve all drawings and documentation before submission to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards
  • Documentation and Reporting:
  • Maintain accurate records of drawing revisions, project changes, and document control
  • Compliance and Standards:
  • Ensure that all drawings adhere to company standards, regulatory requirements, and industry codes
  • Client Interaction:
  • Engage with clients to understand their requirements and provide updates on drawing progress
  • Address and resolve any client concerns or issues related to drawing documentation
  • Proficiency in relevant design software like AutoCAD Plant 3D / Inventor
  • Must have experience in the following disciplines:
  • Civils (Layout, G.A’s and rebar schedules)
  • Piping (Piping layouts, G.A’s and piping isometrics)
  • Knowledge of piping standards such as Asme / Sans etc
  • Structural (Layout, G.A’s and fabrications details.)
  • Mechanical (knowledge of tanks, pressure vessels, and shop detailing thereof)
  • Site experience is a must as noted below:
  • Site installation assistance
  • Site meetings
  • Client meeting
  • Knowledge of petrochemical and mining plant and equipment
  • Excellent English verbal & written communication skills
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
  • Be able to guide design teams to optimise design, cost and time

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Proficiency in relevant design software like AutoCAD Plant 3D / Inventor
  • Must have experience in the following disciplines:
  • Civils (Layout, G.A’s and rebar schedules)
  • Piping (Piping layouts, G.A’s and piping isometrics)
  • Knowledge of piping standards such as Asme / Sans etc
  • Structural (Layout, G.A’s and fabrications details.)
  • Mechanical (knowledge of tanks, pressure vessels, and shop detailing thereof)
  • Site experience is a must as noted below:
  • Site installation assistance
  • Site meetings
  • Client meeting
  • Knowledge of petrochemical and mining plant and equipment

Key Competencies:

  • Excellent English verbal & written communication skills
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
  • Be able to guide design teams to optimise design, cost and time
24 Nov 2025;   from: careers24.com

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