Company Description Steel Sheds Australia (SSA), established in 2019 through the acquisition of Totalspan Australia, is a fast-growing leader in the design and manufacture of quality steel buildings. Backed by the Stewart family and supported by contemporary technology and engineering, SSA is expanding rapidly across rural, commercial, and residential markets. The company’s core strength is custom-designed steel buildings tailored to specific customer requirements, often beyond what competitors offer.

Totalspan

Australia has become a strong contender in the rural and commercial sectors due to its advanced design capabilities. SSA is Shed Safe Accredited, ensuring all buildings are engineered for safety and reliability.

Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Cold Formed Steel Detailer and Estimator role based in the Greater Brisbane Area. The role involves preparing accurate shop drawings and detailing cold formed steel components for a range of rural, commercial, and residential structures. Day-to-day tasks include interpreting architectural and engineering drawings, coordinating with designers and engineers, and ensuring all steel detailing aligns with relevant standards and safety requirements.

The detailer and estimator will quantify materials, prepare cost estimates,



and support the sales and project teams with technical information and construction documentation. The position also includes reviewing plans for buildability, updating drawings and estimates as designs evolve, and contributing to continuous improvement of detailing processes and templates.

Qualifications

- Strong skills in steel detailing and steel structures, with experience preparing accurate and compliant details.
- Ability to interpret and work from architectural drawings and engineering documentation.
- Experience producing shop drawings for fabrication and installation.
- Knowledge of rebar and structural connections relevant to steel building construction.
- Proficiency with CAD or detailing software (e.g., AutoCAD, Tekla, or similar tools).
- Background in construction, structural engineering, or drafting; relevant qualification or trade certificate is preferred.
- Attention to detail, strong numerical skills, and demonstrated ability to prepare material take-offs and cost estimates.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate on-site with designers, engineers, and project managers.
- Understanding of Australian building codes, steel design standards, and safety requirements; experience with Shed Safe or similar accreditation is an advantage.

📌 Cold formed steel detailer and estimator (Brisbane City)
🏢 Steel Sheds Australia
📍 Brisbane City