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About us:
We create extraordinary experiences. We create memories, we take care of our shared heritage. This means careers where we have to innovate and always push for better, and where your perspective is always valued. This is a world where we bring together our love for the natural environment and our care for one another to make a real difference. This is a world where you'll discover something new, every day.
The Role:
This is a part time role working three days a week reporting to the Design Manager. The Technical Draftsperson plays a vital role in maintaining and developing SMCT's technical drawing records to support infrastructure planning, development, and operational needs. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and consistency of CAD documentation across all SMCT sites, including built form, services, and interment products. The Draftsperson will work closely with internal stakeholders and external consultants to deliver high-quality drafting outputs, and manage outsourced drafting services. With a strong focus on standards, compliance, and collaboration, the role contributes to the effective delivery of SMCT projects and the ongoing improvement of drafting practices and systems.
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain and update master CAD files, drawing registers, and as-built documentation across all SMCT sites.
* Prepare and update area maps to support internal teams, particularly Sales and Customer Services.
* Develop and enforce SMCT CAD drafting standards, ensuring consistency and quality across all drawings.
* Assist with concept design preparation, including yield studies and other ad-hoc drafting tasks.
* Procure and manage external drafting resources, including scope development, tender evaluation, and contract oversight.
* Ensure external drafting work meets required quality, timeline, and cost expectations.
* Collaborate effectively with internal teams and external authorities to support planning and project outcomes.
* Adhere to SMCT policies and safety procedures, supporting a culture of compliance and continuous improvement.
About You:
* Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage competing priorities effectively
* Excellent communication and interpersonal, skills.
* Self-organised with attention to detail.
* Certificate IV or higher tertiary qualification in drafting and/or design (building, engineering or surveying).
* Previous CAD experience is a must. Strong computer literacy with advanced Autodesk Autocad skills.
* Demonstrated experience working with Autocad standards, layers, x-refs, etc. Advanced understanding of global positioning surveying standards, 3D contour and TIN files.
* Proficiency in MS Office programs and strong financial and project management skills.
* Full Australian driver's license.
What's on offer?
We offer a fulfilling career with exceptional personal and professional growth opportunities, along with a comprehensive range of benefits:
Access to Leadership and Development Programs to foster professional growth and advancement.
Employee Health, Wellbeing, and Assistance Programs, including complimentary onsite Physio services.
A supportive and people-centric culture within a purpose-driven organization.
Flexible working arrangements.
Immediate access to unpaid parental leave and a short waiting period of only three months for paid parental leave, applicable to both full-time and part-time employees.
The opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.
Discounts available at our employee café and onsite florists.
SMCT is an equal opportunity employer, a Diversity Council Australia Member and are proudly endorsed by WORK180, in our ongoing commitment to raising workplace standards for all.
We care for our colleagues and the community we serve. To protect one another it is a requirement that all successful candidates complete background checks.
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