Job Description

Mechanical Draughtsman: Pharmaceutical/Petrochemical Industry: Cape Town: Fixed Term ContractThe invitation is for an experienced Mechanical Draughtsman to take responsibility for the development of detailed mechanical and piping layouts.Outputs will include:

• Transferring of engineering sketches and specifications to detailed design and working drawings.
• Development of piping and equipment general arrangement drawings.
• Preparing isometric drawings for pipework.
• Developing equipment layouts to engineering specification or conceptual drawings.
• Responsible for ensuring that drawings produced comply with company standards and procedures.
• Responsible for ensuring that drawings produced comply with relevant national/international standards, statutes, and design codes.
• Responsible for ensuring the dimensional accuracy of all work produced.
• Site measurement of equipment, buildings and structures as required.
• Ad hoc tasks as requested by management.
• Comply with company HR Policy and Procedures manual.

Knowledge needed:

• Post-matric draughting qualification or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of five years' experience in a technical drawing office with mechanical and piping drawings.
• Proficient in AutoCAD.
• Good understanding of the engineering environment.
• Understanding of the relevant standards and design codes.
• Experience in petrochemical-type drawing office.

Skills Needed:

• Meticulous attention to detail l Good interpersonal skills l Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines l Good written and verbal communication skills (English) l Ability to work independently l Team player l good organizing and planning skills l Good physical health.

Must have a SA ID/Work Permit/Perm Residence and residing in Cape Townjino.

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