Civil Design Drafter
GHD
Office
PERTH, WESTERN AUSTRALIA, Australia
Full Time
At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.
Who are we looking for?
We’re looking for Civil Design Drafter to join our Transport Infrastructure team.
Our WA Transport Infrastructure team offers comprehensive expertise in planning, engineering design, and construction services, guiding clients through the entire project lifecycle, from feasibility studies to operations and maintenance. We have recently played a key role in major urban infrastructure projects across WA, including Metronet rail, MRWA Tonkin Highway, Perth Airport, as well as significant renewables, wind, and mining initiatives. Our work extends across WA, nationally, and overseas. Offering you the opportunity to advance your career within the global GHD community while benefiting from our adaptable and flexible work environment.
That’s why we pledge to support and empower all of our people to make a positive impact when working hand in hand with our business to drive change.
We'll help you accelerate your career and empower you with the right technology and training as you bring ideas and projects to life. Together with your colleagues, clients and partners, you'll make an impact that is felt by all. See where your commitment could take you.
Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
- Maintain, establish, and develop corporate documentation standards and procedures, ensuring adherence on relevant projects.
- Prepare high-quality detail drawings using engineering designs and advanced knowledge of design, modelling, and drafting principles.
- Ensure consistent application of client standards across all relevant projects.
- Coordinate and collaborate on multi-discipline projects for seamless integration through tools and systems.
- Maintain internal client relationships, deliver project results, and communicate clearly, even during difficult conversations.
- Manage multiple tasks, set priorities, and provide clear delivery timeframes.
- Contribute to GHD business goals by completing delegated tasks within allocated budget and timeframe.
- Punctually complete essential business information and all tasks supporting internal customer needs.
- Continuously develop drafting skills through mentorship, professional involvement, and competency goals.
- Apply skills across office and field phases including design, drawings, and studies.
- Provide basic training and mentorship to trainee and junior drafters.
What you will bring to the team:
- A Diploma in Civil Drafting/ Engineering from a Recognised Training Centre (RTO) and minimum 2 + years’ experience in a similar role (consulting industry preferred).
- A developed knowledge of civil drafting and design principles used in producing final documentation.
- Solid understanding of AutoCAD design software.
- Experience in other design packages such as 12d and/or MicroStation is desirable.
- Well-developed verbal communication skills and a proven attention to detail.
- The ability to manage strict deadlines to ensure the work is completed on time and to a high standard.
- Strong understanding of safety in design aspects as they apply to relevant projects.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate and be an adaptable team member.
Interested? Apply now.
Contact Antonia Tomassone
Ph +61 8 6222 8631
GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.
GHD embraces a range of flexible work practices to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where our people can thrive.
We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.
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Civil Design Drafter
Office
PERTH, WESTERN AUSTRALIA, Australia
Full Time
August 15, 2025