Prepares detailed drawings, technical plans, maps, and illustrations to precise specifications. Specialisations include Aerospace Draftsperson, Architecture Technician, Mining Detail Draftsperson, and Shipbuilding Draftsperson.

Liaises with other professionals, such as architects, and/or clients to understand the brief; uses CAD (Computer Assisted Design) to prepare preliminary sketches, working drawings, and specifications; prepares, edits, and revises plans, maps, charts, and drawings; may coordinate works programs; may estimate material costs and quantities; prepares designs, plans, and schedules for mining operations; may design aspects of vehicles/vessels, structures, or products; collects and analyses data, carries out complex computations and prepares diagrams; ensures that designs and finished work are within specifications, regulations, and contract provisions.

• Works indoors in 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 using computers.
• 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, computers, design hand tools, and measuring equipment.
• Skills and knowledge necessary include a high-level of ability in the use of technical drawing and graphics software, sound literacy and communication skills, and strong mathematical, problem-solving, and attention to detail skills.

A relevant NZQF Level 5-6 Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2) or at least three years relevant experience. In some instances particular experience and/or on-the-job training may be required. Some roles may require registration or licencing with an associated professional body. Roles likely to involve site visits will require a Class 1 Driver Licence.

There are opportunities for flexibility of movement.