Trainee Draughtsman - N Coast Durban

SUMMARY:
Trainee Draughtsman- N Coast Durban

POSITION INFO:

• Support the maintenance of the electronic drawing register and assist in developing standards to ensure effective management, control, and access to up-to-date drawings.
• Assist in preparing detailed drawings based on requests for final approval and use by Engineers.
• Collaborate across teams to gain exposure to an effective drawing service process.
• Provide support with third-party design verification, project documentation, and site design generation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and maintaining standards and procedures applicable to the drawing office.
• Liaise with team members and stakeholders to understand requirements, specifications, and layouts.
• Learn to interpret drawings from external consultants to understand the scope of work.
• Support in taking site measurements, collecting information, making sketches, and performing on-site equipment detailing, including helping to develop equipment registers.
• Aid in producing original conceptual designs, giving overall dimensions under supervision.
• Contribute to detailed drawings that show construction/installation methods, surface finishes, and material requirements.
• Participate in interpreting drawings during construction phases, with guidance from senior team members.
• Assist Engineers with modifications during construction and update drawings as directed.
• Collaborate with originators on site modifications and requirements to gain hands-on experience.
• Help maintain a library of all drawings and operational manuals for engineering reference, ensuring proper document management in line with configuration principles.
• Support the updating and maintenance of the electronic drawings database to ensure accuracy and security.

Requirements:

• Education:
• National Diploma or Certificate in Draughting, Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of CAD software (AutoCAD, Revit, etc.) is advantageous.not sure of software knowledge needed
• Skills & Competencies:
• Eagerness to learn and develop technical drafting skills.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings (training will be provided).
• Good communication skills and willingness to collaborate with various teams.
• Basic understanding of South African building codes and standards is a plus.
• Experience:
• No prior professional experience required. Internship or practical exposure in a similar environment is advantageous but not mandatory.

 

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