{"id":19670,"date":"2025-09-23T08:02:14","date_gmt":"2025-09-23T08:02:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/mechanical-draughtsman-gauteng\/"},"modified":"2025-09-27T00:24:11","modified_gmt":"2025-09-27T00:24:11","slug":"mechanical-draughtsman-gauteng","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/?post_type=job_listing&p=19670","title":{"rendered":"Mechanical Draughtsman (Gauteng)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>PURPOSE<\/p>\n<p>\tAn exciting opportunity exists within Fraser Alexander Africa to support mechanical and piping drafting requirements on hydraulic mining and tailings projects.<br \/>\n\tThe successful candidate will be responsible for producing high-quality 2D and 3D drawings, assisting with BOQ development, and ensuring accurate drawing documentation in line with project standards.<br \/>\n\tThe role may also include short-term secondments to other divisions, offering exposure across the business while supporting workload and technical requirements.<\/p>\n<p>RESPONSIBILITIES<\/p>\n<p>Design Development and Detailing<\/p>\n<p>\tDevelop piping and mechanical layout drawings from concept through to construction.<br \/>\n\tDesign and detail custom support structures, skids, and baseplates for mechanical equipment (e.g., pumps, manifolds) in line with installation and load requirements.<\/p>\n<p>3D Modelling, BOQ and Drawing Control<\/p>\n<p>\tGenerate 3D models for visualisation and clash detection.<br \/>\n\tExtract accurate BOQs and material take-offs from models and drawings.<br \/>\n\tMaintain proper versioning, archiving, and retrieval of drawings using approved document control systems.<\/p>\n<p>Quality, Standards, and Reviews<\/p>\n<p>\tReview subcontractor and vendor drawings for accuracy, compliance, and constructability.<br \/>\n\tConduct internal QA checks and apply redline revisions.<br \/>\n\tMaintain and enforce Fraser Alexander drafting standards, title blocks, and templates.<\/p>\n<p>Support, Oversight, and Site Interface<\/p>\n<p>\tProvide oversight and technical guidance to junior draughtsmen as allocated.<br \/>\n\tReview outputs to ensure compliance with standards when supporting junior team members.<br \/>\n\tSupport site teams by providing drawing clarifications and drawing packages.<\/p>\n<p>Requirements<\/p>\n<p>QUALIFICATIONS<\/p>\n<p>\tNational Diploma or Certificate in Mechanical Engineering or Draughting.<br \/>\n\tCertification in AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Civil 3D, or equivalent.<\/p>\n<p>EXPERIENCE<\/p>\n<p>\t5\u20138 years of experience in mechanical drafting, ideally within mining, piping, or tailings infrastructure projects.<br \/>\n\tProven ability to work independently with minimal supervision.<br \/>\n\tExperience in BOQ extraction, subcontractor drawing reviews, redlining, and document management systems.<br \/>\n\tExperience in site verification and the integration of mechanical components into multidisciplinary construction environments.<\/p>\n<p>SKILLS, QUALITIES, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED<\/p>\n<p>\tMust be in possession of a valid driver\u2019s license.<br \/>\n\tMust be medically fit as per company standards.<br \/>\n\tMust be able to obtain a valid passport and work permits\/visas to meet travel requirements.<br \/>\n\tAdvanced skills in CAD software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Plant 3D)<br \/>\n\tQuality control of drawings and document tracking.<br \/>\n\tStrong communication and collaboration.<br \/>\n\tCapable of supervising junior draughtsmen as required.<\/p>\n<p>Apply via company website ( N \/ A ) or<\/p>\n<p>fraseralexander.mcidirecthire.com<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"http:\/\/fraseralexander.mcidirecthire.com","_company_name":"Fraser Alexander (Pty) Ltd.","_company_website":"http:\/\/N%20\/%20A","_company_tagline":"Fraser Alexander has been providing customised solutions to the mining industry since 1912. 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