Senior Draftsperson

Holcim Participations (Australia) Pty Ltd; City of Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Holcim Australia in Milton (Brisbane) seeks a Senior Draftsperson to own drafting for precast reinforced concrete elements, delivering high-quality shop drawings across Australia and shaping drafting standards. Reporting to the Lead Design Draftsperson, you will mentor junior staff, manage multiple project timelines, perform QA checks, and collaborate with engineers, factory teams and external consultants.

You bring advanced AutoCAD (2D/3D), a technical diploma, strong critical thinking and

Qualifications

• Credible drafting experience in structural or precast concrete environments.
• Advanced AutoCAD skills (2D and 3D).
• Advanced Diploma from a technical college; tertiary qualifications desirable.

Responsibilities

• Document engineering shop drawings for precast reinforced concrete elements to be manufactured.
• Oversee timelines for multiple projects ensuring efficient workflows.
• Mentor junior drafting staff and uphold high quality standards.

Skills

AutoCAD 2D/3D

Drafting experience

Team mentoring

Education

Advanced Diploma in technical college

Tools

AutoCAD

Dynamic Blocks

Job description

• A superb opportunity to step into a role where you can grow & develop your career within the world's leading sustainable building materials company.
• Opportunity for training and career development opportunities.
• Employment stability – permanent role.
• Milton QLD location.

Holcim:

Holcim is the leading partner for sustainable construction, creating value across the built environment from infrastructure and industry to buildings. Headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, Holcim has more than 45,000 employees in 43 attractive markets - across Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa. Holcim offers high-valued end-to-end Building Materials and Building Solutions, from foundation and flooring to roofing and walling - powered by premium brands including, ECOPact® low-carbon concrete and Geostone.

Holcim is certified as a Top Employer 2026 by the Top Employers Institute, recognising our commitment to creating a workplace where people thrive.

About the Opportunity:

Are you an experienced drafter looking to take ownership of major projects while helping shape the next generation of drafting talent?

At Holcim Australia, we are passionate about building progress for people and the planet. Our Humes precast concrete division is looking for a collaborative, technically skilled Senior Draftsperson to join our Technical Services team based in our Milton (Brisbane) office.

Reporting directly to the Lead Design Draftsperson, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality engineering shop drawings for precast reinforced concrete elements used in projects across Australia. This is a fantastic opportunity to work independently, set the pace for drafting excellence, and act as a supportive mentor to our junior team members.

What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities):

In this role, you will blend your technical expertise with a collaborative mindset to drive projects forward:

• Take the lead: Document engineering shop drawings for precast reinforced concrete elements, ensuring they are accurate, timely, and perfectly suited for manufacture.
• Manage priorities: Actively oversee timelines for multiple projects to ensure efficient workflows and swift responses to team requirements.
• Champion AutoCAD best practices: Utilise your high-level AutoCAD proficiency (2D and 3D) to enhance templates, optimize library components (like Dynamic Blocks), and work on new product developments.
• Mentor and inspire: Support and guide junior drafting staff, helping to elevate their skills, maintain high quality standards, and foster a positive team environment.
• Ensure quality and safety: Conduct independent drafting checks as part of our QA processes, maintain precise project records, and champion a safe system of work.
• Focus on buildability: Apply strong critical thinking to ensure drawings are not just accurate on a screen, but are highly practical, optimised for production, and suitable for manufacture in our factories.
• Connect with stakeholders: Build strong, constructive relationships with internal engineers, factory staff, and external consultants to resolve bottlenecks smoothly.

What You'll Bring (About You):

We are looking for a team player who is organised, communicative, and passionate about quality craftsmanship:

• Experience: Credible drafting experience, specifically within structural or precast concrete environments.
• Technical Skills: Advanced expertise in AutoCAD (both 2D and 3D applications).
• Qualifications: An Advanced Diploma from a technical college (or equivalent qualification). Tertiary qualifications are highly regarded but not essential.
• Critical thinking & practical insight: A proven ability to look at complex designs critically, anticipating manufacturing or construction challenges before they arise. You don't just duplicate designs; you actively think about how things get built.
• People Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, a strong work ethic, and a natural ability to train and mentor others.
• Adaptability: The ability to prioritise your workload effectively to meet competing deadlines using the wider drafting team as needed.

Why Holcim?

At Holcim we offer an inclusive environment, where our people feel comfortable bringing their authentic self to work. We offer a high-performance workplace empowering problem solvers, creative thinkers and innovators to seek combined perspectives and voice opportunities to go further and faster. Our workplace is a safe environment where individuals can be themselves and where we promote a diverse workforce.We are an equal opportunities employer, making no distinction on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or age. People are treated fairly at work - respecting and supporting human rights and non-discrimination. This is rooted in the values and standards set out in the Holcim Code of Business Ethics.

Candidates must hold valid Australian work rights with no restrictions on employment duration or hours worked. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept Holiday or Student visas.

We are dedicated to improving employment outcomes and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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