Completes architectsﾒ concepts by preparing drawings and plans, and liaising with builders and contractors.

Assists construction managers, architects and surveyors in planning and organisation; interprets plans, regulations and codes of practice; prepares preliminary sketches, working drawings and specifications; prepares, edits and revises plans, maps, charts and drawings; coordinates works programs.

• Works indoors in architects or other design offices. May occasionally travel to inspect worksites.
• Will usually work in adequately ventilated and heated workspaces.

• The physical demand is light.
• Standing and walking is occasionally required when moving about the design office.
• Sitting is frequently required at a draughting board or computer workstation to prepare designs/specifications.
• Stretching and reaching across is not a significant component of the role.
• Bending, squatting, crouching or kneeling is unlikely to be required.
• Twisting of the body or neck is not a significant component of the role.
• Contact with skin irritants or water is unlikely to be required.
• Lifting, pulling or carrying is not a significant component of the role.
• Repetitive movements are frequent and relate to design work with computers and programmes such as CAD (Computer Assisted Design).
• Driving of vehicles is unlikely to be required except if site visits are necessary.
• Use of hand tools/hand-held objects will include draughting board, computer, design hand tools and measuring equipment.
• Mental skills necessary include an understanding of graphics, computers, communication, mathematics and problem-solving skills.

NZ Register Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2). At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

There are opportunities for flexibility of movement.