Senior Draughtsperson

APL Window Solutions; Waikato; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing team at a leading company in window solutions is seeking a Senior Draughtsperson. In this role, you will lead drafting projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes while mentoring other drafters. You will need extensive experience in facade detailing, proficiency in AutoCAD, and a National Diploma in Architectural Technology. This position offers a collaborative, quality-driven environment where you can make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior drafting role.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is essential.
• Knowledge of the NZ Building Code and relevant industry standards is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Draft technical details and production-ready manufacturing drawings.
• Lead projects from concept to completion.
• Provide technical leadership and advise window fabricators and architects.

Skills

Facade and curtain wall detailing

Drafting

Technical leadership

Attention to detail

Independence and teamwork

Education

National Diploma in Architectural Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

3D CAD tools (SOLIDWORKS, Inventor, Revit)

Job description

Our commercial department strives to deliver excellence across high-end residential and large-scale commercial projects. We are currently seeking a Senior Draughtsperson to join our growing team in Te Rapa, Hamilton. This is an in-office role with some flexibility, ideal for someone who can hit the ground running.

You will be responsible for leading drafting projects and providing technical support to both internal and external teams. Your work will be pivotal in producing high-quality shop drawings, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and supporting the success of fabricators and architects across a range of projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft technical details and production-ready manufacturing drawings.
• Lead projects from concept to completion, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.
• Provide technical leadership on commercial/shop drawing projects.
• Advise and resolve technical queries for window fabricators and architects.
• Support and mentor other drafters (internal and external).
• Ensure all shop drawings comply with current standards and industry best practices.
• Manage and track projects using Smartsheet (training provided).
  
  

About You

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior drafting role (essential)
• Proven expertise in facade and curtain wall detailing (essential)
• Ability to work independently, make decisions autonomously, and collaborate in a team environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (essential).
• Familiarity with 3D CAD tools such as SOLIDWORKS, Inventor, or Revit (advantageous).
• Strong ability to interpret architectural and structural drawings.
• Meticulous attention to detail and high accuracy.
• A National Diploma in Architectural Technology or equivalent qualification/experience.
• Knowledge of the NZ Building Code and relevant industry standards (advantageous).
• Background in the window and door industry, and experience with aluminium systems and weather-tightness design (definite advantage).
  
  

If you're a highly capable draughtsperson looking to make an impact in a collaborative, quality-driven environment, we want to hear from you