Job Description
Drafting Manager
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Our Client
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Charlestown, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW | Surveying (Construction) | Full Time
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Our client is a well-established and respected Surveying, Town Planning, Ecology and Project Management company, with offices located in Newcastle, the Central Coast and the Mid-Western region.
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Due to continued growth, our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Drafting Managerto lead and oversee drafting operations across the business.
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This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced survey draftsperson looking to step into a leadership role, or an established drafting leader seeking a long-term opportunity within a growing multidisciplinary consultancy.
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The business undertakes a wide range of projects across multiple disciplines including construction, engineering, cadastral, DTM, laser scanning and drone surveys.
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About the Role The Drafting Manager will oversee the drafting function of the business, leading the drafting team while supporting the effective delivery of projects across multiple offices and disciplines.
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The role will involve both technical drafting oversight and team leadership responsibilities, ensuring quality, delivery, resource management, workflow coordination and continuous improvement across drafting operations.
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Key responsibilities include:
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Leading and managing the drafting team across multiple offices
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Overseeing drafting quality, standards and project delivery
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Managing team workflows, resources and priorities
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Supporting project teams across various surveying disciplines
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Driving continuous improvement initiatives within drafting operations
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Undertaking drafting tasks using AutoCAD Civil 3D associated with survey projects
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About You The successful applicant will ideally possess:
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Strong experience within the surveying and drafting industry
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Advanced AutoCAD Civil 3D capability
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Leadership or team coordination experience
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Strong organisational and communication skills
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A proactive and solutions-focused approach
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Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
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Ability to manage workflows, priorities and deadlines across multiple projects
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Experience or interest in Sewer and Water Design, Laser Scanning and 3D Modelling highly regarded
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What We Offer Our client values its people and offers a supportive and flexible working setting.
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On offer to the successful applicant:
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A genuine leadership opportunity within a growing consultancy
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Exposure to multiple drafting and surveying disciplines
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Attractive employment package
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Flexible working arrangements where appropriate
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Supportive team culture
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Long-term career opportunities
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At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
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📌 Drafting Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Chandler Macleod Group
📍 New South Wales