Draughtsman (Johannesburg)

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Remuneration:basic salary 
Location:Johannesburg
Job level:Mid/Senior
Travel requirement:Occasional
Type:Permanent
Reference:#DRAUGHTSMAN 2026
Company:Writing on the Wall

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Technical Draughtsman to join our dynamic design and production team. Working closely with our team and clients, you will be responsible for translating premium design concepts into precise, manufacturing-ready technical drawings. You will play a critical role in bringing our shopfitting projects, custom retail fixtures, and expo stands to life.

Key responsibilities

  • Create accurate and highly detailed technical drawings, production schematics, and 3D wireframe models using AutoCAD.

  • Draft manufacturing plans for a variety of retail elements, including Free Standing Units (FSUs), center court activations, and permanent boutique fixtures.

  • Design and detail the integration of diverse materials—including custom metalwork, glass, acrylics, and specialized lighting systems—into seamless finished units.

  • Collaborate with the design, print, and production teams to ensure all technical specifications meet our exact standards for luxury retail environments.

  • Specify hardware, joining methods, and structural requirements across various manufacturing processes (joinery, metal fabrication, and vinyl application).

  • Provide clear assembly, layout, and installation guides for our on-site teams.

  • Review and refine technical details to ensure structural integrity and flawless premium finishing.

Please share your CV, and examples of your drawings for review. CVs without drawings will not be considered.

Candidates will be asked to do a drawing for review as part of the intervew process.

Requirements

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a technical draughtsman, specifically within the shopfitting, retail design, or exhibition industries.

  • Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and related CAD software.

  • Comprehensive knowledge of material behaviors and manufacturing processes, with specific expertise in detailing metal, glass, and integrated lighting components.

  • Exceptional attention to detail with a strong understanding of luxury brand standards and finishes.

  • Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet tight production deadlines.

  • Strong communication skills to bridge the gap between creative concepts and technical execution.

Posted on 01 Jul 08:26, Closing date 29 Aug

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