Draughtsman

East Rand
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Engineering
Reference: CET004252/JDG

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Employer: Sentinel Staffing Services

We are seeking a skilled Draughtsman to support the design and documentation needs of our client’s Engineering and Design Division. The successful candidate will produce detailed technical drawings and schematics for crane and hoist components and assemblies, ensuring accuracy, compliance with standards, and fit-for-manufacture documentation.Our client, based in Germiston, is a well-established South African manufacturer of overhead cranes, hoists, and lifting equipment. They combine in-house design expertise with comprehensive local manufacturing to serve the mining, industrial, and construction industries worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and produce detailed 2D and 3D drawings of crane and hoist parts, assemblies, and layouts using CAD software.
Interpret engineering concepts, specifications, and technical data to create accurate drawings for manufacturing use.
Update, revise, and maintain drawing documentation to reflect design changes or improvements.
Liaise with engineering and manufacturing teams to clarify design intent and resolve technical issues.
Ensure drawings meet industry standards, internal quality controls, and customer requirements.
Assist with bill of materials (BOM) preparation linked to production drawings.
Generate and manage drawing revisions within document control systems.

Qualifications & Skills

National Diploma or Certificate in Draughting/Engineering Drawing or equivalent.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks (or equivalent CAD software).
Experience in 2D and 3D mechanical drafting.
Knowledge of engineering standards and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
Strong technical interpretation and attention to detail.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Experience in manufacturing or heavy mechanical industries is beneficial.

Experience

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a draughting or CAD role within a mechanical engineering or industrial manufacturing environment

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About Sentinel Staffing Services

Sentinel Staffing Services has been providing a professional recruitment solution to employers and job seekers in all industries since 1999.

We offer a full recruitment service for permanent and contract staff/vacancies from entry level to Financial, Office Support, Engineering, Human Resources, Technical, Information Technology, Warehousing, Legal and Senior Executives.

Our mission is to ensure that our clients and job applicants are satisfied with our recruitment service and that their recruitment needs are met through our professionally trained personnel consultants.

Sentinel Staffing Services has an extensive database of top quality clients and candidates in a permanent/contract capacity.