Draughtsman

Step into a Draughtsman role in Lichtenburg and make your mark across North West. The team is hiring now and wants to hear from sharp, committed candidates.

About the Opportunity

The organisation is investing in its Lichtenburg operation, and this Draughtsman position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the engineering jobs function and contribute to the wider North West business.

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

Notably, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Lichtenburg also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.

Our Commitment to Transformation

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

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

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.

Meet the Team

You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the engineering jobs side of the business inside out. The Lichtenburg group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.

In addition, the team mix in Lichtenburg reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.

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.

Core Functions

• Ensure full compliance with the OHS Act and applicable SANS standards
• Lead root-cause analyses on production losses and quality defects
• Develop and maintain maintenance schedules for plant and equipment
• Manage technical procurement and evaluate supplier proposals
• Prepare technical drawings, BOMs and specifications for production
• Maintain calibration, asset and plant maintenance records
• Plan, execute and close out engineering projects within scope, time and budget

Essential Criteria

• Experience with project management tools and methodologies
• BEng, BTech or National Diploma in Engineering
• Working knowledge of CAD packages (AutoCAD, SolidWorks or similar)
• 3-5 years’ relevant engineering experience in industry
• Sound knowledge of the OHS Act and applicable SANS standards
• Commitment to safe, ethical and sustainable engineering practice
• Experience leading site teams or contractors is an advantage

Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.