Draftsperson
Create detailed technical drawings or plans, typically for construction or manufacturing.
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- What's it like to be a Draftsperson?
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- Top skills and experience for Draftspeople
- Draftsperson role reviews
What's it like to be a Draftsperson?
A Draftsperson uses software to convert the designs of engineers and architects into technical drawings and plans. These plans are then used by construction workers or manufacturers to build structures or make products. A Draftperson creates detailed blueprints, and makes adjustments as necessary.
Tasks and duties
- Meeting with clients and other construction professionals to understand briefs.
- Drawing sketches, plans and designs.
- Estimating material costs.
- Working to specifications, budgets and timelines.
- Supervising engineering works.
- Conducting field and laboratory tests of construction materials and soils.
- Working within regulations and contract provisions.
- Supervising repairs and maintenance.
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Draftsperson employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. AutoCAD
Drawing
CAD Software
Design Drawing
Engineering Design
Project Documentation
Detailed Design
CAD Design
Thoroughness
Reading Drawings
Process Driven
Communication Skills
Resilience
Adobe Suite
Project Quality
Working Drawings
Microsoft Windows
Schematic Drawings
Structural Engineering
Microsoft Office
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Latest Draftsperson reviews
May 2024
I love being a drafter because i able to see my work come to life.
Experience5 – 9 years
Organisation sizeMedium (20-199 employees)
SpecialisationConstruction
The good thingsAs a draftsman/supervisor in my previous position, I had the opportunity to develop and refine several key skills that are directly applicable to the AutoCAD Draftsman position. Firstly, my experience...
The challengesindustry and the ability to translate project specifications into detailed drawings. Working closely with project managers and construction teams, I ensured that all drawings adhered to safety regulat...
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May 2024
I love being a drafter because i able to see my work come to life.
Experience5 – 9 years
Organisation sizeMedium (20-199 employees)
SpecialisationConstruction
The good thingsAs a draftsman/supervisor in my previous position, I had the opportunity to develop and refine several key skills that are directly applicable to the AutoCAD Draftsman position. Firstly, my experience...
The challengesindustry and the ability to translate project specifications into detailed drawings. Working closely with project managers and construction teams, I ensured that all drawings adhered to safety regulat...
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