Draughtsman (Alberton)

Swift Human Resources; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Swift Human Resources seeks an experienced draughtsperson in Gauteng to prepare 3D models and complete manufacture drawings from approved inputs. You will ensure high-quality submissions, precise documentation and timely updates across drawing packages, data sheets and site-visit reporting.

Strong attention to revision control and cross-functional coordination is essential. The role emphasizes accuracy in dimensions, tolerances and materials, along with proactive query resolution and adherence

Responsibilities

• Prepare 3D models and all drawings from approved inputs; submit 95% of packages by the deadline.
• Complete the prescribed drawing checklist for 100% of drawing packages before review.
• Achieve at least 95% first-review acceptance without major draughting errors.
• Ensure 100% of applicable drawings include dimensions, tolerances, materials, identification and revision details.
• Prepare bills of materials that match drawings and assemblies, achieving at least 98% accuracy in sampled line items.
• Complete drawing corrections and approved revisions by the agreed deadline in at least 95% of cases.
• Ensure 100% of drawings issued for manufacture or external use have the required approval and correct revision status.
• File approved drawings, models and supporting records in the designated system within one working day of approval.
• Prepare assigned technical data sheets and specification sheets by agreed deadlines in at least 95% of cases.
• Verify documented dimensions, fits, clearances and allowances against approved inputs and record the required checks for 100% of applicable drawing packages.
• Acknowledge technical queries from Manufacturing, Assembly and other internal departments within one working day.
• Provide a response or agreed resolution date within two working days.
• Record and escalate missing information, conflicting specifications and technical concerns within one working day.
• Escalate any issue affecting immediate safety or production before the affected activity proceeds.
• Incorporate approved installation, access, handling and safety requirements into 100% of applicable drawings, using the project checklist.
• Complete assigned Sales and Projects drawing-support requests by agreed deadlines in at least 95% of cases.
• Confirm the required scope and information checklist before each assigned site visit.
• Submit site-visit reports, including measurements, sketches, photographs where permitted, valve identification and outstanding information, within two working days of the visit.
• Record 100% of required site measurements or clearly identify measurements that could not be verified; refer unverified critical dimensions for resolution before drawing approval.
• Record and communicate assigned actions arising from site, customer or supplier meetings within two working days.
• Complete at least 95% of assigned actions involving pattern makers, foundries and other suppliers by agreed due dates.
• Submit agreed manufacturability improvements and related drawing changes to the Technical Manager for approval before implementation.
• Provide a weekly update on assigned external-support activities, outstanding information, deadlines and risks.

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare 3D models, general arrangement drawings, manufacturing drawings and assembly drawings from approved inputs. Submit at least 95% of assigned drawing packages by the agreed deadline.
• Complete the prescribed drawing checklist for 100% of drawing packages before submitting them for review.
• Achieve at least 95% first-review acceptance without major draughting errors. Major errors include incorrect critical dimensions, component interfaces, materials or missing information that prevents manufacture or assembly.
• Ensure 100% of applicable drawings include the required dimensions, tolerances, materials, identification, revision details and manufacturing notes.
• Prepare bills of materials that match the associated drawings and assemblies, achieving at least 98% accuracy in sampled line items for part numbers, descriptions and quantities.
• Complete assigned drawing corrections and approved revisions by the agreed deadline in at least 95% of cases.
• Ensure 100% of drawings issued for manufacture or external use have the required approval and correct revision status.
• File approved drawings, models and supporting records in the designated system within one working day of approval. Archive or supersede previous revisions in accordance with the drawing-office procedure.
• Prepare assigned technical data sheets and specification sheets by agreed deadlines in at least 95% of cases.
• Verify documented dimensions, fits, clearances and allowances against approved inputs and record the required checks for 100% of applicable drawing packages.
• Acknowledge technical queries from Manufacturing, Assembly and other internal departments within one working day. Provide a response or agreed resolution date within two working days.
• Record and escalating missing information, conflicting specifications and technical concerns within one working day of identification. Escalate any issue affecting immediate safety or production before the affected activity proceeds.
• Incorporate approved installation, access, handling and safety requirements into 100% of applicable drawings, using the project checklist.
• Complete assigned Sales and Projects drawing-support requests by agreed deadlines in at least 95% of cases.
• Confirm the required scope and information checklist before each assigned site visit.
• Submit site-visit reports, including measurements, sketches, photographs where permitted, valve identification and outstanding information, within two working days of the visit.
• Record 100% of required site measurements or clearly identify measurements that could not be verified. Refer unverified critical dimensions for resolution before drawing approval.
• Record and communicating assigned actions arising from site, customer or supplier meetings within two working days.
• Complete at least 95% of assigned actions involving pattern makers, foundries and other suppliers by agreed due dates.
• Submit agreed manufacturability improvements and related drawing changes to the Technical Manager for approval before implementation.
• Provide a weekly update on assigned external-support activities, outstanding information, deadlines and risks.