SUMMARY:
Are you an experienced Senior Tekla Draughtsman looking for a new long term career opportunity to work with our well established client in Epping, Cape Town?
Join and lead this phenomenal team producing and leading accurate 3D models and fabrication drawings for structural steel projects.
POSITION INFO:
REQUIREMENTS National Diploma or National Certificate in Draughting or Civil\/Structural Engineering A minimum of 5 years' structural steel detailing experience, including working in Tekla Structures at an advanced level. Experience with Tekla custom components, macros or model templates. Familiarity with AutoCAD, Navisworks or other BIM coordination tools. Strong knowledge of steel connection design principles, welding symbols and fabrication processes. Experience producing NC\/DSTV files and working with CNC-driven workshops. Able to read and interpret structural engineering and architectural drawings. Experience with Tekla custom components, macros or model templates. Familiarity with AutoCAD, Navisworks or other BIM coordination tools. Experience leading or supervising a detailing team. Valid driver's licence and own transport. Problem solving and coordination Time management and prioritisation, leadership and mentoring DUTIES Modelling and detailing Build and manage complete 3D structural steel models in Tekla Structures from architectural and engineering drawings. Detail connections, base plates, cleats, stiffeners, splices and bracing in line with engineers' design requirements and relevant SANS standards. Model and detail staircases, handrails, platforms, walkways, purlins, girts and cladding support steelwork. Resolve clashes and coordination issues before drawings are released. Drawings and fabrication output Produce and check general arrangement drawings, assembly and single-part fabrication drawings, anchor bolt plans and erection drawings. Generate bills of materials, bolt lists, material lists and NC\/DSTV files for CNC machinery. Ensure drawings are accurate, clearly dimensioned and compliant with company standards. Technical coordination Raise and track RFIs with engineers, clients and architects, and record approvals and revisions. Manage drawing revisions and keep the model and drawing register up to date. Liaise with the workshop, procurement and site teams to make sure drawings are practical to fabricate and erect. Estimate steel tonnages and support quoting where required. Leadership and quality Check and sign off drawings produced by junior and intermediate draughtsmen. Mentor and train junior staff in Tekla and company detailing standards. Help improve Tekla templates, standard connections, macros and drawing standards. Meet project deadlines and report progress and risks to management. Salary: R negotiable dependent on experience Join us on SOCIAL MEDIA or visit our WEBSITE for more information. See links below.
