CAD Drafter (AutoCAD)

Beilby Downing Teal Pty Ltd; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

ASAP start

Casual contract

Newcastle/Hunter region

Job summary

Beilby Downing Teal Pty Ltd seeks an experienced CAD Drafter for an initial three-month casual contract in Newcastle. The role focuses on converting legacy Public Works drawings to a new standard and producing Works As Executed (WAE) documentation for O&M manuals.

You will work independently to review, redraw, and standardise drawings across about 30 facilities, ensuring accuracy and consistency while meeting tight timeframes.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience as a CAD Drafter or AutoCAD technician.
• Strong AutoCAD proficiency and ability to translate legacy drawings into new standards.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Review existing Public Works drawings and documentation.
• Convert and redraw legacy drawings to current drafting standards.
• Produce accurate Works As Executed (WAE) drawings for O&M manuals.
• Maintain drawing registers and project documentation for ~30 buildings.
• Work autonomously to meet project timeframes.

Skills

CAD drafting

Drafting standards

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent work

Availability

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

• Initial 3-month casual contract | ASAP start | $45-$50/hr + super
• Convert legacy drawings and develop WAE documentation
• Newcastle/Hunter based project opportunity

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced CAD Drafter for an initial three-month contract, commencing as soon as possible. The role will focus on reviewing, updating and standardising technical drawings across a portfolio of approximately 30 facilities.

Working independently, you will be responsible for converting legacy Public Works drawings into a new drawing standard and producing accurate Works As Executed (WAE) documentation for inclusion within Operations & Maintenance manuals.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented AutoCAD professional who is available to start immediately, enjoys project-based work and takes pride in producing high-quality, accurate technical documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and interpret existing Public Works drawings and documentation
• Convert and redraw legacy drawings to align with current drafting standards
• Produce accurate Works As Executed (WAE) drawings for O&M manuals
• Ensure consistency and accuracy across drawings for approximately 30 buildings
• Maintain drawing registers and project documentation
• Work autonomously to deliver project outcomes within established timeframes

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Demonstrated experience as a CAD Drafter, Draftsperson or AutoCAD Technician
• Strong AutoCAD proficiency and technical drafting capability
• Ability to interpret existing drawings and replicate drawing standards accurately
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality documentation
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage your workload independently
• Availability to commence at short notice
• Experience within engineering, manufacturing, utilities, construction, infrastructure or building services environments will be highly regarded

Why This Role

• Casual contract engagement for an initial three-month period with an ASAP start
• Competitive hourly rate of $45-$50 per hour plus superannuation
• Flexible, project-focused environment
• Opportunity to work independently and take ownership of a significant drawing conversion project
• Newcastle/Hunter based assignment