Join a Small Team Where Your Work Actually Matters
We're looking for Draftsperson to join our growing sheet metal manufacturing business.
This isn't a role where you'll spend all day sitting behind a screen disconnected from production.
You'll work closely with the workshop team and management to turn ideas into products that can be efficiently manufactured and delivered to customers.
As a small business, everyone gets involved, and your input will have a direct impact on how we design, build, and improve our products.
What You'll Be Doing
Working alongside our workshop team to make sure designs are practical and manufacturable
Communicating with production staff to keep jobs moving
Creating 3D models and manufacturing drawings using Inventor
Preparing accurate fabrication drawings for production
Taking measurements in office when required
Maintaining BOMs, drawing revisions, and documentation
Checking that designs meet customer requirements and relevant standards
Helping identify better ways of doing things across both design and manufacturing
What We're Looking For
We're after someone who enjoys practical engineering and likes seeing their designs become real products.
Ideally, you'll have:
A minimum of 3 years' experience within the sheet metal or mechanical manufacturing industry
Strong Autodesk Inventor skills
A good understanding of sheet metal fabrication and manufacturing processes
Experience with CAM software
Good communication skills and attention to detail
The ability to manage deadlines and work well under pressure
Experience using Production Software
Must live in Western Australia
Application Requirements (Please Read Carefully)
To be considered for an interview, applicantsmust submit a cover letteraddressing each of the following points.




Applications that do not address these requirements, or applicants who do not meet the minimum criteria, will not be considered.
Please include:
1. Residency Status
Confirm that you are an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
Confirm that you are currently living in Western Australia
Unfortunately, we are not able to consider temporary visa holders or provide sponsorship for this position.
2. Industry Experience
State how many years of experience you have.
Outline the industries you've worked in.
Applicants must have at least 3 years' experience within the sheet metal and mechanical manufacturing industry.
3. Software Experience
Please list the CAD, CAM and CNC software you have used and rate your proficiency using the following scale:
3 - Advanced:Able to work independently, train others and complete complex projects.
2 - Competent:Comfortable using the software with minimal assistance.
1 - Basic:Limited experience or still learning.
Examples include (but are not limited to):
Autodesk Inventor
AutoCAD
SolidWorks
CAM Software
CNC Programming Software
4. Why This Role?
Tell us:
What attracted you to this position?
Why do you believe you'd be a good fit for our business?
What strengths would you bring to our team?
Why Work with Us?
Vortek is a young business with big plans.
We're building something from the ground up and looking for people who want to grow with us.
You'll be joining a small, supportive team where your ideas are welcomed, your work is recognised, and you'll have the opportunity to be involved in a wide variety of projects rather than being stuck doing the same thing every day.
If you're looking for a hands-on drafting role in a growing manufacturing business, we'd love to hear from you.

📌 Draftsperson (Western Australia)
🏢 Vortek Industries
📍 Western Australia