Refrigeration Draftsman

Key Responsibilities: Drafting and Technical Support • Perform refrigeration engineering drafting work during the basic engineering, detailed engineering, construction and final commissioning phases of projects. • Prepare and revise accurate 2D and 3D drawings using AutoCAD, based on approved engineering designs, specifications and instructions. These include: o Steel piping and cable support layout drawings; o Piping layout drawings; o Piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs); and o Plant and equipment layout drawings. o Shop drawings; and o Detailed drawings for fabrication and manufacturing. • Incorporate relevant equipment and material specifications and engineering requirements supplied or approved by the engineering team. • Review engineering inputs and identify missing information, inconsistencies or drawing clashes. Raise these with the relevant engineer for clarification. • Coordinate with mechanical engineers and other disciplines to ensure drawings reflect project requirements. • Revise drawings in response to engineering comments, approved design changes and verified site information. • Prepare as-built drawings based on verified information received from the engineering and site teams. Project Coordination and Delivery • Plan and complete assigned drafting activities in line with project schedules and agreed deadlines. • Monitor progress and promptly identify the causes of any delays or deviations. • Seek assistance from colleagues or line management where required to help resolve issues and reduce the impact on project delivery. • Coordinate with engineering, fabrication, construction and other departments to ensure drawings support project requirements. • Support the preparation of drawing packages for internal review, client submission, fabrication, construction and commissioning. Subcontractor Drawing Review • When instructed, review drafting work prepared by engineering subcontractors. • Check drawings for compatibility with project requirements and departmental drafting standards. • Document and communicate drafting comments to the supervising engineer or relevant project team member for review and follow-up. Drawing and Document Control • Ensure the drawing database is updated, maintained and accessible to authorised engineering personnel. • Maintain organised electronic drawing files, registers and revision records. • Ensure drawings are correctly numbered, titled and issued in accordance with project and company document-control procedures. • Check drawings for completeness, accuracy, dimensions, annotations and consistency before submission. • Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Refrigeration. • Diploma or formal qualification in AutoCAD. • 5–10 years of experience as a Mechanical and Refrigeration Draftsman. • Proficiency in AutoCAD 2022, including 2D and 3D drafting. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer applications. • Experience preparing the refrigeration and mechanical drawings described above, including pipe layouts, support details and fabrication drawings. • Ability to understand and interpret P&IDs, mechanical equipment drawings and technical specifications. • Fluency in English, both written and spoken. Desirable: • Previous experience as a Refrigeration Draftsman with an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) company. • Experience on oil and gas projects. • Experience on industrial refrigeration projects. Skills & Personal Attributes • Organised, committed and dependable. • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. • High attention to detail and accuracy. • Analytical thinking and practical problem-solving skills. • Results-oriented, with the ability to manage deadlines. • Good written and verbal communication skills. • Working Relationships o Internal: Engineering, project management, document control, procurement and site teams. o External: Engineering subcontractors, consultants, suppliers and clients, as required and authorised. Additional Requirements • Willingness to visit project sites when required. • Ability to work independently within assigned responsibilities and follow technical direction. • Undertake other related duties consistent with the role as assigned by management.