Draughtsman Administrator / Technical Administrator-Alberton

Impact Hr; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR solutions provider in South Africa is looking for a Technical Administrator to support the engineering department. You will manage engineering change orders, track projects, create drawings, and ensure document control. Ideal candidates should have a diploma in draughting, good CAD skills, and strong attention to detail. This position requires excellent administrative abilities and a technical background.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of CAD software, e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks.
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills.
• Technical background is very important.

Responsibilities

• Administration and control of the Engineering Change Order process.
• Project tracking and facilitating timeline reviews.
• Creation of drawings and upkeep of the drawing system.
• Engineering department document control as required.

Skills

Problem-solving

Good communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Self-learning

Education

Diploma or certificate in draughting or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Overview

The purpose of the Technical Administrator role is to use draughting and administrative expertise to assist the engineering department in achieving smooth and efficient workflow. This encompasses the drawing of products, updating, and controlling the entire drawing system, the administration of the engineering change process, document control of engineering department design drawings, and project tracking to production drawings.

Key Personality Traits

• Be a good problem solver and have the ability to grasp concepts.
• Have a drive to get things done, irrespective of obstacles.
• Display an openness to work with others and build on team input.
• Display pride in their work and a desire to deliver perfection at all times.
• The individual must have a strong desire for self-learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Administration and control of the Engineering Change Order process.
• Project tracking and facilitate timeline reviews.
• Creation of drawings and the upkeep of the drawing system.
• Engineering department document control as required.

Job Requirements

• Diploma or certificate in draughting or related field.
• Strong understanding of CAD software eg.
  AutoCAD, SolidWorks.
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and teamwork skill.
• Technical Background (very important).
• Ability to identify risks by looking at the data / plans / reports.
• Ability to mitigate risks identified.
• Drafting experience (this will enable them to: Interpret, understand and draw plans).