Requisition ID: 100880

Job Category: Engineering

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Job Purpose

The Civil Drafter is responsible for developing civil 3D models and associated drawings to support engineering design delivery. The role focuses on independently building and coordinating models for site development works based on defined engineering inputs, across both study and detailed design phases.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Delivery

- Develop and manage Civil 3D models for site grading, earthworks, access and internal road networks, and stormwater and drainage systems

- Prepare layouts, details, and drawing packages based on engineering inputs

- Develop models and drawings for both study and detailed design phases

- Undertake quantity extraction and support model-based deliverables

- Undertakes modelling and drafting activities based on defined engineering inputs, without ownership of engineering design

Coordination

- Work closely with Civil Engineers to interpret and implement design intent

- Coordinate models and drawings with other disciplines

- Participate in model coordination and clash resolution processes

Quality & Standards

- Ensure models and drawings comply with project and company standards

- Perform checks on models and drawings prior to issue

- Maintain consistency between models, drawings, and engineering inputs

- Manage files within common data environments

Performance Expectations

- High-quality, buildable Civil 3D models and coordinated drawings

- Strong alignment with engineering inputs

- Ability to work independently on defined scopes

- Consistent delivery within project timelines

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

- Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent

- 5–10 years’ experience in civil drafting / modelling

- Strong experience in grading, drainage, roads, and site infrastructure

- Advanced proficiency in Civil 3D and AutoCAD

- Experience in multi-disciplinary project environments

Preferred

- Experience in mining, energy, or infrastructure projects

- Familiarity with BIM workflows and model coordination

- Experience with common data environments

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

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