Support Technician (Architectural)

SAOTA PTY Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work within a highly regarded, design-led practice

Collaborate with senior stakeholders

Job summary

A highly regarded architectural practice is seeking a Support Technician to provide essential support for the Executive Committee. The role involves preparing documentation and internal materials, along with managing digital assets using software like Revit and Adobe Suite. Candidates should have an Architectural Degree or Diploma and at least 2 years of relevant experience. Strong attention to detail and the ability to collaborate in a fast-paced environment are key. This is an opportunity to contribute to quality internal resources within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Architectural Degree or Architectural Technology Diploma required.
• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience essential.
• Strong Revit skills and Adobe Suite proficiency are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Committee by preparing internal office documentation.
• Assist with material sourcing and cataloguing.
• Produce high-quality internal documentation and visuals.

Skills

Strong Revit skills

Adobe Suite proficiency

Advanced MS Office skills

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Education

Architectural Degree or Architectural Technology Diploma

Tools

Revit

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Lumion

Job description

Role Overview

The Support Technician supports the Executive Committee (EXCO) by assisting with internal office portfolios. The role involves preparing drawings, imagery, templates, manuals, and documentation required for internal office use, as well as supporting material sourcing, cataloguing, and digital asset creation.

All work is produced using software, including Revit, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and InDesign.

Key Responsibilities

• EXCO Support

  • Building presentation templates

  • Design guideline workbooks (digital diagrams and/or hand sketches)

  • Basic internal web page designs

Drawing & Graphic Support

• Complete drawing work required for in-house use

• Provide graphic support for the internal SharePoint online library

• Produce accurate, high-quality internal documentation and visuals

Digital Assets & Documentation

• Assist with documenting product samples

• Create and maintain digital material assets for Revit and Lumion

• Cross-reference and tag architectural elements, styles, and materials within the project library

Library & Materials Support

• Assist with cataloguing materials and products when required

• Support general topical research and material sourcing for internal EXCO initiatives

Essential Skills & Criteria

• Architectural Degree or Architectural Technology Diploma

• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience (essential)

• Strong Revit skills (essential)

• Adobe Suite proficiency (essential – Photoshop and InDesign)

• Advanced MS Office skills (essential – Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• Lumion skills advantageous

• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills

• Ability to work accurately, independently, and collaboratively

Why Join SAOTA–ARRCC?

• Work within a highly regarded, design-led architectural practice

• Play a key role in supporting Executive Committee portfolios

• Contribute to the development of high-quality internal architectural resources

• Collaborate with senior stakeholders in a professional, fast-paced environment