Draftsperson & Operations Coordinator

GAP Industries Pty Ltd; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

GAP Industries is seeking an experienced Electrical Draftsperson & Operations Coordinator to join our growing team in Brisbane. The role combines project coordination, technician scheduling and AutoCAD drafting across electrical and communications projects, with a strong emphasis on drafting accuracy.

Responsibilities include coordinating daily operations, scheduling trades, updating drawings, managing jobs through Simpro and monitoring progress, costs and documentation.

Qualifications

• Previous drafting experience essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily electrical, data, maintenance and project operations.
• Schedule electricians, technicians, subcontractors and equipment.
• Create, update and manage jobs through Simpro.
• Prepare and update electrical and communications drawings.
• Interpret construction drawings, specifications and client requirements.
• Coordinate site inductions, permits and project documentation.
• Monitor job progress, costs and deadlines.

Skills

Scheduling

Communication

Document control

Plan reading

Attention to detail

Education

Electrical trade/technical background

Construction White Card

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

Simpro

MS Office

Job description

Electrical Draftsperson & Operations Coordinator

GAP Industries is looking for an experienced Electrical Operations Coordinator with drafting experience to join our growing team.

This is a technical operations role combining project coordination, technician scheduling, job management and AutoCAD drafting across electrical and communications projects. Previous drafting experience is essential.

About the Role

Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating daily electrical, data, maintenance and project operations
• Scheduling electricians, technicians, subcontractors and equipment
• Reviewing upcoming work and confirming labour, materials and site requirements
• Creating, updating and managing jobs through Simpro
• Monitoring job progress, deadlines, costs and outstanding documentation
• Assisting with quotations, purchase orders, variations and project cost tracking
• Liaising with clients, project managers, supervisors, technicians and suppliers
• Preparing and updating electrical and communications drawings
• Producing layouts, mark-ups, schematics and as-built drawings
• Interpreting construction drawings, specifications and client requirements
• Coordinating site access, inductions, permits and project documentation
• Ensuring technicians submit accurate timesheets, job notes, photographs and service reports
• Identifying and escalating operational risks, delays and resourcing concerns
• Supporting job close-out and ensuring all required documentation is complete
• Maintaining GAP Industries’ safety, quality, presentation and customer-service standards
• Supporting continuous improvement across operational systems and workflows

Drafting Responsibilities

Previous drafting experience is essential. The successful applicant must be confident:

• Using AutoCAD or similar drafting software
• Preparing electrical, lighting, power, data and communications layouts
• Updating drawings from site mark-ups and technician information
• Preparing accurate as-built documentation
• Reading and interpreting architectural, electrical and construction plans
• Maintaining drawing registers, revisions and document control
• Working with project managers and tradespeople to ensure drawings accurately reflect completed works

Experience with Bluebeam, Revit, Microsoft Office and Simpro will be highly regarded.

About GAP Industries

GAP Industries delivers electrical, communications and project services across commercial and industrial environments.

We pride ourselves on quality workmanship, reliable service and practical solutions while maintaining strong relationships with our clients.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous operations coordination experience within the electrical, communications or construction industry (preferred)
• Demonstrated technical drafting experience
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar drafting software
• Strong understanding of electrical and data operations
• Ability to read and interpret plans, drawings and specifications
• Strong scheduling, planning and organisational skills
• Experience coordinating field technicians and competing priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and document-control skills
• Ability to identify problems and follow them through to resolution
• Confidence communicating with clients, supervisors, suppliers and tradespeople
• Ability to work independently while supporting the wider operational team
• Current Australian driver’s licence
• Reliable, professional and solutions-focused approach

Highly Regarded

• Electrical trade or technical background
• Simpro experience
• Experience preparing quotations and estimates
• Commercial electrical project experience
• Data and communications experience
• Revit or Bluebeam experience
• Project coordination or contract administration experience
• Construction White Card
• Experience working on defence, healthcare or government projects

What We Offer

• $85,000–$125,000 + superannuation, based on skills and experience
• Long-term, stable employment with a growing company
• Varied electrical, communications and project work
• Opportunity to contribute directly to operational improvements
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive and team-focused working environment
• Exposure to a diverse range of clients and projects
• Opportunities for future career progression

Join a Company Where Your Experience Matters

If you are an organised and proactive Operations Coordinator with electrical-industry knowledge and drafting experience, we would like to hear from you.