Civil Engineering Draftsperson

Alimak Group is a global leader and pioneer in vertical access solutions in the commercial, industrial and construction sectors. With a strong commitment to improving customer safety, productivity and profitability, the group has been an industry leader in the design, manufacture, installation and maintenance of industrial elevators, hoists, BMUs and other work platforms for over 70 years. 

At Alimak Group, we understand that our employees are the key to our success. Our aim is to be an attractive Employer of Choice and we strive to attract, develop, and retain qualified and motivated people in a professional and attractive working environment. Working at Alimak Group means you will be part of a team of professionals who work together to bring about innovation and best practices in the vertical access solutions.

We have an amazing opportunity for a motivated Draftsperson in NSW. This role will report directly to the Engineering Manager.

Key Tasks:

• Complete drafting shop drawings for NSW

• Prepare sketches, charts, tabulations, plans, preliminary projects, and preparations for engineering works

• Inspect engineering works and supervise maintenance and repair tasks.

• Liaise with internal (Sales, Application Engineering, Workshop, Planning) to prepare for delivery and installation

• Review JSA, Safety plans and edit / update as required

• Be primary contact with the customer up to the point of installation at which time the installation supervisor then takes over the I & D on the job. 

• Manage & review project costs to ensure that project budget is achieved

• Ensure that project administration, stock control, cost preparation and reviews are completed

• Ensure that all appropriate documentation is completed

• Communicate the budget and milestones through regular project meetings

• Schedule communication and resolve any conflicts with resources

• Be responsible for delivery of customer service 

• Conduct post project reviews with customer, document outcomes and suggest improvements

• Ensure that project administration is completed

• Review project performance with internal (Sales, AE, Workshops, CA)

• Ensure that stock management / control is completed

• Liaise with engineering on any issues for review

Safety and compliance:

• Ensure that Hazard and Risk Assessments are carried out for the Site and relevant activities.
• Ensure that all appropriate actions are taken to implement the Occupational Health and Safety Management system, Policy, Procedures and legislative requirements. 
• Review any health and safety reports and take appropriate actions
• Monitor health and safety procedures within area of responsibility
• Ensure consultation with employees and HSR’s particularly on any workplace changes which have a Health and Safety component
• Initiate actions to improve health and safety
• Regularly review the health and safety performance of employees, and area.
• Demonstrate commitment to health and safety through participation in formal and informal discussions, workplace audits and hazard inspections
• Actively monitor the workplace to determine presence of hazards and take appropriate actions to rectify any hazard found
• Ensure all employees are inducted and receive regular training as required to perform jobs safely
• Work with rehabilitation providers to facilitate the earliest return to work for injured employees

Attributes: 

• Sound Communication skills with team and customers both verbally and in writing 
• Highly articulate and customer focused
• Team player – able to work with other disciplines to get best solution
• Strong ‘can do’ attitude with clear ownership of decisions
• Work in a team, contributing to improvements and assisting as required to achieve business objectives
• Problem solving approach providing outcomes that ensure safety and reliability
• Willingness to go that “extra mile” to satisfy the customer, both internally and externally
• Ability to work unsupervised and motivate other staff involved in process
• Prioritise and manage time to achieve the work required and meet deadlines
• Be responsive to Internal and External customers and their demands
• Sense of Urgency in attending to issues and working through projects

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Knowledge and experience working in the Construction Industry
• Working knowledge of Installation procedures 
• Civil engineering diploma or higher 
• 3 years' or more full time work experience in related field 
• Computer literacy
• Cert IV in OH&S
• Organisation and Planning
• Communication 
• Commercial acumen
• Negotiation
• People management
• Product knowledge
• Current Driver’s License 

What’s in it for you?

• Full Time Permanent Role
• Competitive salary commensurate to skills and experience 
• Immediate start and consistent work
• A company that values safety-first and does not cut corners 
• The stability and job security of working for an OEM within a growing global company

Join us as we help take your Career to ‘New Heights’!