{"id":32056,"date":"2026-03-16T16:00:44","date_gmt":"2026-03-16T16:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/mechanical-draughtsman\/"},"modified":"2026-03-16T16:00:51","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T16:00:51","slug":"mechanical-draughtsman","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/mechanical-draughtsman\/","title":{"rendered":"Mechanical Draughtsman"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>POSITION OVERVIEW<\/p>\n<p>\tThe Draughtsman is responsible for producing accurate and detailed 2D and 3D drawings, models, and fabrication data to support engineering, manufacturing, and project execution activities.<br \/>\n\tThe role requires strong proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary engineering environment. Prior exposure to mineral processing, heavy industrial equipment, or manufacturing environments will be a significant advantage.<\/p>\n<p>Key Responsibilities<\/p>\n<p>Drawing &amp; Modeling<\/p>\n<p>\tDevelop and update 3D models using Autodesk Inventor, ensuring accuracy and adherence to design intent.<br \/>\n\tPrepare detailed fabrication, assembly, and general arrangement drawings.<br \/>\n\tManage drawing revisions, control documentation, and maintain drawing traceability through established systems (Vault exposure advantageous).<\/p>\n<p>Engineering Support<\/p>\n<p>\tCollaborate with Engineers to translate conceptual designs into manufacturable outputs.<br \/>\n\tParticipate in design reviews and incorporate engineering feedback efficiently.<br \/>\n\tAssist in resolving design challenges, interferences, and site-related design modifications.<\/p>\n<p>Standards &amp; Compliance<\/p>\n<p>\tApply industry standards, codes of practice, and internal drawing conventions.<br \/>\n\tEnsure all drawings meet company quality standards and project specifications.<\/p>\n<p>Manufacturing &amp; Project Interface<\/p>\n<p>\tProduce accurate bills of materials (BOMs) and support procurement with technical detail.<br \/>\n\tProvide drawing support to fabrication teams and address workshop queries.<br \/>\n\tSupport the Project Management Office with layout drawings, equipment footprints, and interface details.<\/p>\n<p>Quality control<\/p>\n<p>\tReview all drawings, layouts, and detailing for technical accuracy, completeness, and constructability prior to issue.<br \/>\n\tPerform cross-checks between disciplines (structural, mechanical, piping, electrical, etc.) to identify clashes, inconsistencies, or interface issues.<br \/>\n\tEnsure drawing issue status, numbering, and document control requirements are correctly followed.<br \/>\n\tIdentify and resolve drafting errors, omissions, and non-conformances prior to internal review or external submission.<br \/>\n\tSupport continuous improvement of drafting and QC processes by identifying recurring issues and proposing corrective actions.<\/p>\n<p>REQUIREMENTS<br \/>\nMinimum Qualifications<\/p>\n<p>\tRelevant Draughting Certificate or Diploma (Mechanical, Structural, or Multidisciplinary).<br \/>\n\tProven experience as a Designer\/Draughtsman in an engineering or fabrication environment.<\/p>\n<p>Technical Skills<\/p>\n<p>\tAutodesk Inventor: Advanced proficiency (mandatory).<br \/>\n\tAutodesk Vault: Experience and proficiency (advantageous).<br \/>\n\tAbility to produce fabrication-ready structural, mechanical and piping drawings.<\/p>\n<p>Experience<\/p>\n<p>\tExperience in mineral processing equipment, mining machinery, or heavy manufacturing (strong advantage).<br \/>\n\tFamiliarity with plant layout design, material handling equipment, or process plant components is beneficial.<\/p>\n<p>Key Competencies<\/p>\n<p>\tStrong technical accuracy and attention to detail.<br \/>\n\tEffective communication and teamwork within multidisciplinary teams.<br \/>\n\tAbility to handle multiple drawing tasks, meet deadlines, and work under pressure.<br \/>\n\tPractical problem-solving approach with good manufacturing awareness.<\/p>\n<p>Apply via company website ( N \/ A ) or<\/p>\n<p>multiform.simplify.hr<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"http:\/\/multiform.simplify.hr","_company_name":"Multiform Human Development","_company_website":"http:\/\/N%20\/%20A","_company_tagline":"Multiform Human Development (Pty) Ltd. specialises in the rendering of services which are significant to Labour Law, Labour Relations Management and Human Resource Management.","_company_twitter":"","_company_video":"","_filled":0,"_featured":0,"_remote_position":0,"_job_salary":"","_job_salary_currency":"","_job_salary_unit":""},"job_listing_region":[21],"job-types":[12],"class_list":{"0":"post-32056","1":"job_listing","2":"type-job_listing","3":"status-publish","4":"hentry","5":"job_listing_region-north-west","7":"job-type-full-time"},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings\/32056","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=32056"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_region","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_region?post=32056"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-types?post=32056"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}