CAD Operator

About the Role

CAD Operator

Full-Time, Permanent

Durban, South Africa

The Role

Subtech South Africa is seeking a CAD Operator to join our dynamic team, delivering precision-driven engineering support across a range of projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing high-quality technical drawings, detailed CAD models, and NDT reports, ensuring all outputs meet industry standards and client specifications.

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with a passion for accuracy, strong technical expertise, and the ability to translate complex concepts into clear, reliable documentation.

What you'll be doing

• Review project files and liaise with technicians, surveyors, and clients to fully understand scope and requirements.
• Produce accurate 2D AutoCAD drawings using company and Class templates, ensuring clarity, correct labelling, and inclusion of key project details.
• Compile and verify inspection data, including thickness measurement spreadsheets and supporting documentation, ensuring certificate validity.
• Convert outputs to client-ready reports and submit for QA review, incorporating feedback promptly and issuing final reports on time.
• Oversee and support Assistant CAD Operators, ensuring quality standards, effective use of systems (IMS/SharePoint), and ongoing performance development.

What we're looking for

• Proficient in AutoCAD and ZW CAD, with strong MS Office skills.
• Skilled in producing high-quality technical drawings and interpreting vessel drawings.
• Knowledge of maritime construction equipment and technician certification requirements.
• Experienced in report writing, compilation, and analysis, with understanding of audit files.
• Demonstrates CAD project leadership and commitment to high standards.
• Basic experience in UTM Class Reporting.

Why Join us?

• Opportunities for career growth and visibility across the organisation
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values your ideas and contributions
• Work that truly makes a difference in safety, innovation, and global capability

James Fisher is a global engineering services company with over 50 years of experience delivering complex offshore energy projects in some of the world’s most challenging environments. We operate across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport, leveraging cutting-edge technology and deep expertise to support the full lifecycle of our customers’ assets.

Our One James Fisher strategy unites our capabilities under a single vision, building a stronger, more cohesive business within the Blue Economy.

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If this sounds like the ideal next step in your career, then click ‘apply’ now!

Due to the volume of applications, we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce.