Technical Assistant - Boksburg
Requirements
- ✓Minimum academic qualification:
- ✓National Diploma Civil Engineering or Construction Management (or similar qualification)
- ✓Qualifications as an added advantage: Degree (advantageous) in Civil or Structural Engineering
- ✓Experience required:
- ✓General work experience (years):
- ✓03 years Exposure to structural steel or light steel framing systems (advantageous)
- ✓Specific to the position (level/discipline/years): 03 years Site exposure or willingness to assist on installations and Basic understanding of estimating processes (advantageous)
- ✓Industry: Steel manufacturing, construction, or structural engineering environment.
About This Role
The main purpose of the position will support the technical delivery of Safbuild structural projects by assisting with estimating, drafting, and technical documentation. Also focuses on producing accurate drawings, supporting engineering processes, and assisting with technical queries to ensure structures are designed and delivered in accordance with required standards and specifications. This role requires a strong technical foundation, attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with engineering, drafting, and site teams in a structured and supportive capacity.
Main Responsibilities:
Assist with preparing project estimates and quotations based on drawings, specifications, and client requirements.
Perform material take-offs and basic cost calculations.
Support order preparation once projects are awarded.
Produce accurate General Arrangement and fabrication drawings using Auto CAD
Revise and update drawings as required during project execution
Ensure drawings align with engineering requirements, standards, and client specifications
Maintain drawing accuracy and revision control
Work closely with the Engineering team to ensure structures comply with relevant codes and standards.
Assist in preparing documentation required for engineering review and final sign-off.
Support resolution of design or constructability queries in collaboration with engineers.
Assist technical manager with installation queries when required.
Provide technical support related to drawings, layouts, and structural details.
Assist in addressing technical queries from site under guidance of the engineering team.
Maintain organised technical documentation and drawing records.
Assist in compiling technical information for internal use and project records.
Provide updates on drafting and technical tasks to the Safbuild Technical Manager
Key competencies and skills:
Strong technical aptitude and attention to detail
Ability to interpret engineering drawings
Good organisational and time management skills
Clear communication and teamwork skills
Willingness to learn and develop in a technical environment
Accurate and timely production of drawings and technical outputs
Improved support to engineering and technical teams
High-quality technical documentation aligned with Safbuild standards
Positive collaboration with engineers and site teams
Continuous technical development and skill growth
Computer literacy:
MS Office
Auto CAD (advantageous)
SAP
Excel
Language requirements:
English
Ready to apply?
Apply directly on SAFAL Group's website.