Draughtsman

An opportunity has arisen for a Draughtsman in Middelburg. Suitably qualified candidates from across Mpumalanga are invited to apply.

About This Position

This Draughtsman role sits within the engineering jobs function in Middelburg. It offers a defined scope, clear measures of success, and the support of an experienced team across Mpumalanga.

The role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Middelburg operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.

Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the engineering jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Middelburg much easier.

Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Draughtsman is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Mpumalanga is consistently high and consistently fair.

Your Future Here

Career progression here is real, not a slogan. The engineering jobs space in Middelburg offers a clear runway from delivery into team leadership and beyond, and managers sit down with each team member regularly to map out the next step in Mpumalanga.

Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Middelburg have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Mpumalanga.

Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.

Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Middelburg team member.

Diversity and Inclusion

Diverse teams build stronger workplaces. Applications are welcome from candidates of every background, language and community across Mpumalanga, 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.

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

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

Why This Role

Beyond that, 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 Middelburg. Many colleagues across Mpumalanga 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 Mpumalanga.

On top of 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 Middelburg keep progressing.

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

Where You’ll Work

Importantly, 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.

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

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

In addition, 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.

About Middelburg

Notably, the role is based in Middelburg, within the Highveld coal corridor. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Middelburg and the broader Mpumalanga region.

If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Middelburg, Mpumalanga.

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

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 Middelburg.

Your Role

• Conduct site inspections and progress meetings with contractors
• Develop and maintain maintenance schedules for plant and equipment
• Prepare technical drawings, BOMs and specifications for production
• Conduct risk assessments and HAZOP studies on critical processes
• Mentor apprentices, learners and junior engineers on site

Essential Criteria

• Experience leading site teams or contractors is an advantage
• 3-5 years’ relevant engineering experience in industry
• Commitment to safe, ethical and sustainable engineering practice
• Working knowledge of CAD packages (AutoCAD, SolidWorks or similar)
• Sound knowledge of the OHS Act and applicable SANS standards
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel between sites

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