Chief Draughtsperson

DATE OF DISTRIBUTION: 07.08.2025

CLOSING DATE:14.08.2025

DEPARTMENT: PROCESSING

PURPOSE OF THE JOB: To lead and supervise the allocated drafting team and ensure all drawings comply with engineering standards and mining safety.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12/Matric or NQF4 Equivalent (with Mathematics and Physical Science) is essential
• Structural Draughting Certificate is essential
• Structural Draughting Diploma is advantageous
• Project Management qualification is advantageous
• 5-7 years Experience in a Structural & Civil drafting environment is essential
• 3 years experience in Tekla Structures Software is essential
• 3 years Surface Mining industry drafting experience is essential
• Document Control & Standards is advantageous
• Leadership & Supervisory role experience is advantageous

COMPETENCIES:

• Technical Drawing and Drafting Principles
• Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Regulations
• Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Software Tekla Structures
• Advanced CAD Drafting Skills - Tekla Structures
• Engineering Standards and Codes
• Technical Drawing Interpretation
• Quality Assurance and Compliance
• Problem-Solving and Troubleshooting

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Produces high quality drawings.
• Ensures drawing accuracy and compliance.
• Leads and supervises Drafting team.
• Assists in checking and reviewing drawings for accuracy and completeness.
• Manages drawing revisions and documentation.
• Supports project planning.
• Implements and maintains Drafting standards.
• Utilises Tekla software for drawing preparation.
• Supports and participates in change management initiatives to drive transformation and optimisation.
• Provides relevant support to stakeholders to ensure team objectives are achieved.
• Participates in regular safety meetings and makes recommendations to ensure overall safety.

Internal applications must be accompanied by a line managers approval of your application.

Our people set us apart and make us a winning team we are excited to have someone new join our ranks

IMPORTANT:

Short listed candidates may be subjected to a psychometric assessment. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups in line with the provisions of the Employment Equity Act, the Companys Recruitment Policy, and Employment Equity Plan.

Should you not hear from the human resources department within 30 days after the closing date of applications, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

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