Draughtsman

A Draughtsman position is being filled in Somerset West. Suitable candidates from across Western Cape are invited to submit their applications for review.

The Role

The Draughtsman position is part of an ongoing recruitment drive across Western Cape. The brief has been shaped carefully, with a focus on delivery in Somerset West and across the engineering jobs space.

Communication runs both ways. Managers across the engineering jobs team in Western Cape make time for one-to-ones, and people are expected to speak up early when something needs attention.

Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Draughtsman to step into the engineering jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.

Reasonable working hours and respectful planning are part of how the role runs. The team values strong delivery, and load is balanced fairly across the engineering jobs group in Somerset West.

About Somerset West

Somerset West continues to grow as an employment hub in Western Cape, with on the N2 corridor toward the Cape Winelands. This role gives you a foothold in one of its busier business communities, with access to the local services, suppliers and partners that keep the work moving.

If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Somerset West, Western Cape.

Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Somerset West.

Many candidates already living within reach of Somerset West cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Western Cape economy.

Your Team

On top of that, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Somerset West office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Western Cape operations get busy.

Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.

Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.

On top of that, the team mix in Somerset West reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.

Diversity and Inclusion

Diverse teams build stronger workplaces. Applications are welcome from candidates of every background, language and community across Western Cape, and recruitment is fair, transparent and aligned with the EE Act.

B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.

Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Western Cape.

Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Somerset West.

Your Workplace

Practically speaking, the environment combines office-based design and planning with site-based execution. Safety, quality and continuous improvement sit at the heart of how the team works.

Importantly, a respectful, professional environment is the standard in Western Cape. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.

Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Somerset West site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.

Crucially, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.

Why Join Us

Importantly, the company invests in the people who join it. From structured onboarding to ongoing skills development, you will find clear paths to grow your career in engineering jobs from your base in Somerset West. Many colleagues across Western Cape have moved into senior roles after starting in positions just like this one.

Benefits are clear and consistent. Beyond the package on offer, the role includes the supports you would expect from an established South African employer in Western Cape.

Beyond that, the company reinvests in its people: paid training, internal moves and the chance to take on bigger projects are all part of how careers in Somerset West keep progressing.

Recognition matters here. Strong performers are noticed quickly, and many promotions across the business have started in the Somerset West teams.

Core Functions

• Ensure full compliance with the OHS Act and applicable SANS standards
• Plan, execute and close out engineering projects within scope, time and budget
• Conduct risk assessments and HAZOP studies on critical processes
• Prepare technical reports and project documentation for sign-off
• Diagnose breakdowns and implement corrective and preventative maintenance
• Maintain calibration, asset and plant maintenance records
• Manage technical procurement and evaluate supplier proposals

Who We’re Looking For

• Registered or working toward registration with a recognised engineering body
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills
• Awareness of B-BBEE and skills development obligations
• Hands-on commissioning and maintenance experience
• 3-5 years’ relevant engineering experience in industry

Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.