Senior Steel Drafter: Nesting & Quotation Expert

BSi Steel Group of Companies

Emnambithi/Ladysmith Local Municipality

On-site

ZAR 420,000 - 600,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

BSi Steel Group of Companies in KwaZulu-Natal seeks an experienced Draughtsperson to produce accurate technical drawings, nesting layouts and cost quotations from customer specifications. The role collaborates with Sales, Production and Planning to optimise material utilisation, minimise scrap and ensure timely handover of production-ready documentation, while maintaining ISO 9001:2015 compliance.

Applicants should have 5+ years in steel/draftsmanship, strong CAD skills (AutoCAD, SipNEST,

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience as a Draughtsperson.
Proven ability reading and interpreting customer drawings and specifications.
Strong knowledge of steel plate grades, thicknesses and applications.
Experience in costing, estimating and preparing quotations.
Experience with nesting and material optimisation to minimise scrap.
Proficiency with CAD software and ERP/production systems.
Excellent communication with Sales, Production and Planning.
Valid driverndlicense.

Responsibilities

Produce accurate technical and manufacturing drawings.
Engage with customers to clarify requirements, drawings, specifications and revisions.
Interpret customer drawings and specifications and determine material, processing and production requirements.
Prepare accurate costings and quotations for customers and internal teams.
Develop nesting layouts to maximise material utilisation and minimise scrap.
Provide production-ready drawings and nesting information to Production Planning and machine operators.
Review drawings for dimensions, tolerances, material requirements and manufacturability.
Liaise with Sales, Production and Planning to convert enquiries into production.
Manage drawing revisions and ensure the correct revision and supporting information are issued.
Ensure customer enquiries, drawings and quotations are processed within turnaround times.
Provide technical support to Sales and assist in developing commercially viable solutions.
Identify opportunities to improve material utilisation, costing accuracy, drawing processes and production efficiency.
Maintain accurate system information and documentation per ISO 9001:2015.
Take ownership of enquiries from initial customer requirement through to quotation and production handover.