Draftsman (Infrastructure)

Prepare, revise and maintain engineering drawings for infrastructure construction projects. The role translates design information and engineering mark-ups into clear, accurate drawings that meet project specifications, approved designs and relevant engineering standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and update infrastructure drawings based on approved designs and engineering comments.
• Draft roadworks, earthworks, drainage, sewerage, stormwater and utility layouts as assigned.
• Incorporate revisions, maintain drawing registers and control drawing versions.
• Coordinate drawing information with engineers, surveyors, consultants and site teams.
• Check dimensions, levels, references, notes and drawing presentation before issue.
• Support as-built drawings and other documentation required during project delivery.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Relevant drafting education or practical experience in civil/infrastructure projects.
• Experience in construction or contracting environments is preferred.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and understand infrastructure design information.
• Careful attention to detail and ability to manage revisions and deadlines.

Skills

• Infrastructure drafting
• CAD drawing production
• Drawing revision control
• Technical coordination

Role Focus

Reliable drawings help site teams understand what must be built and reduce the risk of misinterpretation. The draftsman should follow document-control rules, incorporate review comments accurately and maintain clear communication when design information is incomplete or inconsistent.

Across the role, clear communication, accurate information and timely follow-up help maintain dependable work standards. The successful candidate should follow applicable procedures, keep stakeholders informed, handle records or resources responsibly, and raise questions or risks early so that work can progress with fewer avoidable delays.

This work also involves maintaining professional standards, adapting to changing priorities and cooperating with colleagues when new information affects plans. Regular progress updates and complete documentation make it easier to review outcomes, solve problems and maintain continuity between teams and work stages.