Junior Draughtsman / Mechanical Engineer

Somerset West
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Engineering
Reference: PC001865/LS

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Employer: Status Staffing

Our client in Somerset West is seeking a Junior Draughtsman / Mechanical Engineer to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a National Diploma, Advanced Diploma, or BTech in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, along with 1–2 years of experience in a technical environment, including exposure to store designs. Strong computer skills are essential (MS Office), with CAD experience being advantageous. The successful applicant will be well-organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently as well as part of a team. Excellent communication skills, a proactive approach, and solid problem-solving abilities are key. A valid driver’s license and own transport are required.

A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application
EMPLOYMENT TYPE :           Permanent
SECTOR :           Engineering
BASIC SALARY :           Market related
START DATE                  :           A.S.A.P / Immediate

REQUIREMENTS:

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Qualification: National Diploma, Advanced Diploma, or BTech in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
1–2 years’ experience in a technical environment
1–2 years’ experience working with store designs
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent computer skills (MS Office essential; CAD advantageous)
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to complete work within established timeframes
Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
Diligent and self-motivated
Capable of making decisions under pressure
Technically strong with the ability to think outside the box and solve problems
Valid driver’s license and own transport

DUTIES:

Support the R&D, Services, and Sales/Quotations departments
Daily remote monitoring of sites
Assemble and install new remote monitoring systems
Add new sites to the remote monitoring system
Provide, interpret, and process information gathered through site monitoring
Make changes to site parameters based on monitoring data
Issue, log, report, program, and reset/clear alarms
Liaise with technicians and clients
Assist with CAD drawings
Conduct site visits to ensure accurate measurements
Perform refrigeration costing and estimating

HOURS:

Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 17:00

Should you meet all the requirements, apply on our website at www.statusstaffing.com today.
Should you not hear back from us within 10 working days, please consider your application as unsuccessful. We will retain your credentials for future similar roles.

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About Status Staffing

Welcome to STATUS STAFFING SOLUTIONS, a leading Western Cape based broad spectrum boutique staffing solutions provider.

Within our recruitment division we pride ourselves in our ability to match the right person to the right career through a comprehensive range of in-house screening and assessments. We go the extra mile by offering an outsourced HR and IR service, thereby assisting our clients to comply with local Labour laws. In addition, our Labour Relations division also offer a comprehensive Payroll service, enabling our clients to focus on their core business.

Our large candidate database and quality customer service ethos is what differentiates us from our competitors, enabling is to be considered a strategic partner to our valued candidates and clients.