Mechanical Draughtsman (Gauteng) at Fraser Alexander (Pty) Ltd.

PURPOSE

• An exciting opportunity exists within Fraser Alexander Africa to support mechanical and piping drafting requirements on hydraulic mining and tailings projects.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for producing high-quality 2D and 3D drawings, assisting with BOQ development, and ensuring accurate drawing documentation in line with project standards.
• The role may also include short-term secondments to other divisions, offering exposure across the business while supporting workload and technical requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Design Development and Detailing

• Develop piping and mechanical layout drawings from concept through to construction.
• Design and detail custom support structures, skids, and baseplates for mechanical equipment (e.g., pumps, manifolds) in line with installation and load requirements.

3D Modelling, BOQ and Drawing Control

• Generate 3D models for visualisation and clash detection.
• Extract accurate BOQs and material take-offs from models and drawings.
• Maintain proper versioning, archiving, and retrieval of drawings using approved document control systems.

Quality, Standards, and Reviews

• Review subcontractor and vendor drawings for accuracy, compliance, and constructability.
• Conduct internal QA checks and apply redline revisions.
• Maintain and enforce Fraser Alexander drafting standards, title blocks, and templates.

Support, Oversight, and Site Interface

• Provide oversight and technical guidance to junior draughtsmen as allocated.
• Review outputs to ensure compliance with standards when supporting junior team members.
• Support site teams by providing drawing clarifications and drawing packages.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• National Diploma or Certificate in Mechanical Engineering or Draughting.
• Certification in AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Civil 3D, or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

• 5–8 years of experience in mechanical drafting, ideally within mining, piping, or tailings infrastructure projects.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience in BOQ extraction, subcontractor drawing reviews, redlining, and document management systems.
• Experience in site verification and the integration of mechanical components into multidisciplinary construction environments.

SKILLS, QUALITIES, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Must be medically fit as per company standards.
• Must be able to obtain a valid passport and work permits/visas to meet travel requirements.
• Advanced skills in CAD software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Plant 3D)
• Quality control of drawings and document tracking.
• Strong communication and collaboration.
• Capable of supervising junior draughtsmen as required.