The primary purpose of the Drafting and Design role is to assist in working drawings, concept designing, internal prospecting, planning permit investigations preparation and submissions, BAL reports, site analysis of plans, site inspections, producing virtual reality imaging for marketing purposes, collaborating with the Swanbuild team, collaborating with council building permit applications and approvals, file content management, preparing planning reports, BIM duties, research of ecological sustainable design principles, and concept and design reports for commercial projects. The role involves acting as Drafting Council Liaison at Swanbuild, a research, manufacturing and marketing organisation involved in the production of custom made relocatable homes as well as commercial buildings for predominantly rural-based customers within a 300-500 kms+ radius of Swan Hill. The role requires the overall progression of projects from the client relationship managers through to the production team to help them meet production targets, achieving the correct quality parameters and efficient use of staff and resources.

Key responsibilities

Manage Swanbuild projects to the satisfaction of clients, owners and management

Conduct regular meetings to ensure good communication from client relationship managers through to production

Maintain robust program of proactive communication with customers and provide updated programs

Ensure the team are focused on producing quality designs which meet customer expectations





Reduce wastage through ensuring that the design is correct and all elements articulated from the start

Produce designs that show flow and eliminate wasted space to the client's specifications

Maintain strong communication with staff and contractors including regular meetings

Provide regular communication with customers, client relationship managers and production team

Contribute input into company-wide innovation and report to Board of Management and Directors

Liaise with council planning and building officers

About you

Proven work experience as a Drafter or similar role

Hands-on experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software

Familiarity with 3D modelling tools

Ability to meet deadlines

Training in BIM Design

Training for research of Ecological Sustainable Design (ESD)

Customer centric approach

Easy going personality and willingness to change

About us Swanbuild is a research, manufacturing and marketing organisation involved in the production of custom made relocatable homes as well as commercial buildings for predominantly rural-based customers within a 300-500 kms+ radius of Swan Hill. Swanbuild is a family company and as such it is a hands-on and busy environment. With strong company growth, the company is moving towards being more professional and systems oriented. Innovation has always been the hall mark of the development of Swanbuild. Team work and working together are important for the successful company.

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