Design Drafter

Design Drafter


Company
ProFound People
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
6 days ago
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Job Description
ROLE – Draftsperson SALARY - $80,000 - $100,000 per annum, dependent on experienceTYPE – PermanentLOCATION – Southwest Sydney, NSWMy client designs and manufactures bespoke equipment. They are looking for a Draftsperson to join their team in the Southwest Sydney area on a permanent basis.The Draftsperson will ideally have the following attributes:At least 2 years of experience in a similar Drafting / CAD positionRelevant qualification in Engineering, Drafting or similarProficient with 2D and 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD or similarExperience producing detailed manufacturing drawings and technical documentationStrong attention to detail Good understanding of engineering drawingsAbility to interpret engineering concepts and translate them into accurate drawingsExperience maintaining drawing registers and document control systemsAble to manage workload and meet deadlinesStrong communication skills and ability to work within a team The Draftsperson role will involve:Creating 2D drawings and 3D models from engineering conceptsProducing detailed manufacturing and assembly drawingsUpdating and revising existing drawings and documentationWorking closely with engineers to support design developmentLiaising with manufacturing teams and external suppliersEnsuring drawings comply with relevant standards and specificationsMaintaining accurate records of drawings and revisionsAssisting with BOM creation and updatesChecking drawings prior to release for accuracy and completenessSupporting projects across the full design lifecycleIf you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs

Q What is the award minimum hourly rate for welders under the Manufacturing Award in Australia from July 2026?
The Fair Work Ombudsman sets the minimum rate for a qualified welder at AU$29.75 per hour under the Manufacturing and Associated Industries and Occupations Award as of 1 July 2026. Casual welders receive a 25% loading on top of this base rate. Ordinary hours are capped at 38 per week with overtime paid at 1.5 times the rate after that threshold.
Q Which visa allows overseas welders to work in Australia in 2026 and what is the application fee?
The Department of Home Affairs requires welders to obtain a skills assessment and apply for the Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) which permits employment for up to four years. The visa application fee is AU$1,455 for the main applicant as of 2026. Applicants must demonstrate at least three years of relevant experience and achieve a minimum IELTS score of 5.0.
Q What qualification and experience level is required to work as a welder in Australia?
The Fair Work Ombudsman states that welders must hold a Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade or equivalent plus at least two years post-qualification experience to meet award classification level C10. Recognition of prior learning is accepted only when verified by a registered training organisation. No formal licence is mandated nationally but site-specific tickets are often required.
Q How many hours per week and how much annual leave do welders receive under Australian awards in 2026?
The Fair Work Ombudsman confirms welders work a standard 38 ordinary hours per week under the Manufacturing Award with four weeks of paid annual leave accruing each year. Leave loading of 17.5% applies when leave is taken. Additional personal leave of 10 days per year is provided on top of annual leave.
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