Mechanical Design Draughtsman

Recruiter:

Primeserv Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB000344/VMC

Date posted:

Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Location:

Durban, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Mechanical Design Draughtsman (contractor) required for reputable Pulp and Paper Mill to provide mechanical draughting support to the projects and maintenance departments. We require candidates with a minimum of 5 to 10 years' proven experience in piping, mechanical components, machine drawings and structural steel. Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD certificates are essential with a min N5 Certificate: Mechanical Engineering.

POSITION INFO:
Responsibilities: Design and detail mechanical components for Projects and Maintenance. Provide drawing support for mechanical breakdowns (measurement, detailing and modifications). Prepare layout drawings for the installation of new equipment across the Mill. Draught and update Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs). Prepare Line and Valve Lists. Liaise with Process Engineers and Vendors. Provide technical support to the Project and Maintenance teams. Provide drawing support for piping layouts when required. Manage and maintain all mechanical drawings effectively. Provide administrative support when necessary. Provide draughting support to other engineering disciplines when required. Maintain a high level of attention to detail in all work. Submit weekly progress updates to the Drawing Office Manager. Report directly to the Drawing Office Manager. Requirements: Strong Mechanical Engineering background with 5 to 10 years' practical working experience with minimal supervision. N5 Mechanical Engineering (essential). Proven experience in Piping, Mechanical Components, Machine Drawings and Structural Steel (essential). Knowledge of Pulp and Paper processes and related equipment will be an advantage. A team player with the ability to meet deadlines and work independently. Excellent communication skills. Must have own reliable transport. Computer Skills Required: Advanced proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD (essential). Intermediate proficiency in Autodesk Inventor (essential). Intermediate proficiency in Autodesk Plant P&ID (essential). Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD Certification (compulsory). Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook). Please note: Should you not meet the minimum requirements or hear from us within 14 days from date of advertising, please accept your application as being

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