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April
Structural Design Draftsperson
Optimal Recruitment Pty Ltd - Sydney, NSW
Engineering
Source: uWorkin
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Based on the Northern Beaches
- Friendly and Flexible team
- Autonomy to be creative
Our client provides active adventure solutions for play centres, indoor climbing facilities, gyms and the military. Due to expansion they are looking for a structural designer who can work with a small team to create and build the perfect solutions for their clients. They have completed a whole host of projects which have been extremely varied and incorporated different structural needs and creative designs.
This is an exciting role which requires a structural draftsman who will be responsible for the creation and completion of 2 and 3 dimensional drawings from concept design through to ‘As Built’.
Duties will include:
- Interpret requirements of Sales Team, MD and Client
- Provide input into functionality of designs
- Create a concept design illustration that incorporates all the requirements for the project
- Create technical drawings through all phases from Construction Drawings to "As Built"
- Work with the Procurement person to understand how the materials and hardware used may affect the design, and adjust the designs accordingly
- Ensure paper and electronic drawings are developed and maintained in accordance with company standards including version control
- Provide input into drafting procedure
- Anticipate and resolve, with the General Manager, problems that are observed during the drawing process
- Provide technical support on drawings to on-site construction teams
Qualities you need to be eligible:
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to problem solve
- Ability to work under pressure
- Creative with a strong interest in design
- Clear goal orientation
- Strong work ethic /willingness to learn
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- Strong values in openness, honesty, confidentiality, integrity, reliability and flexibility
- Good oral and written communications skills
- Effective people management skills and a strong team player
Essential
- Proficient in AutoCAD and Trimble SketchUp or Solidworks
- Graphic skills in Photoshop or other photo editing software
- Skill in PDF editing software (Bluebeam Revu) is highly regarded
- Proficient computer skills in Windows based software, including Word and Excel
- Ability to interpret concepts from engineer and client and turn into relevant drawings
The Benefits:
- Work within a close-knit and high-quality team on unique, multidisciplinary, and cross-sector projects.
- Work on projects from conception through to handover.
- Permanent position with an established business that has a reputation for providing the highest standard of quality.
- Suburban lakeside office with free parking.
About You:
- Structural Drafting qualification
- 5 years design drafting experience with both 2D and 3D CAD packages.
- Working knowledge of relevant engineering codes, standards, and practices.
- Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team.
- Good 3D conceptualisation and problem solving skills.
APPLY NOW by sending your resume and covering letter or for a confidential chat call Julie on 02 8416 4181