Junior Draughtsman / Detailer — Facade & Cladding Systems

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Job Ref

JHB000460/AM

Date posted

Thursday, July 16, 2026

Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY

Junior Draughtsman / Detailer — Facade & Cladding Systems

Johannesburg

We are looking for a Junior Draughtsman / Detailers in the Facade & Cladding Systems, Johannesburg

Reporting and Team

The role reports to the Drawing Office Manager / Technical Manager. The successful candidate will work within a small team of draughtsmen and coordinate closely with estimating, factory, and site teams.

POSITION INFO

Key Responsibilities Shop & Fabrication Drawings Produce detailed shop drawings from architects' AutoCAD/Revit designs for the panel cladding system, including panels, subgrids, brackets, louvres, copings, flashings, canopies, and related metalwork. Material Take-offs & Works Orders Generate accurate quantity take-offs, material requisitions, and works orders for factory production. Approvals & Revisions Submit drawings for approval and manage revision cycles (Rev 1/2/3, etc.) accurately and within deadlines. Coordination & Accuracy Align drawings with site measurements and estimating inputs to ensure works orders reflect actual construction, minimizing re-measures and rework. Standards Work according to internal detailing standards and system rulebooks and contribute to keeping them up to date. Modernisation (Developing) Participate in the implementation of parametric templating and automated take-off processes as the drawing office evolves. Requirements Diploma or degree in drafting, architectural technology, mechanical/structural drafting, or equivalent practical experience. Proficiency in AutoCAD (Revit or other 3D/BIM experience is a strong advantage). Experience in detailing façades, cladding, aluminium/sheet metal, curtain walling, or structural steel - or a strong aptitude and willingness to learn the company's cladding system. Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to interpret architectural and structural drawings and specifications. Ability to manage revisions, work under production pressure, meet deadlines, and collaborate in a team environment.