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Design Draughtsman

Lion Ferrochrome, part of Xstrata Alloys, the world’s largest producer of ferrochrome, is situated in the beautiful Steelpoort valley in the heart of the scenic Limpopo Province. This state-of-the-art operation invites individuals to apply for the following opportunity:

Design Draughtsman
Engineering Department

Performing general draughtsman duties and responsibilities such as drawing on CAD/Inventor/Visio programmes will form the basis of this role. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for creating design drawings, retrieving/issuing drawings, authorising and issuing excavation permits, as well as creating necessary design for plant modifications, maintaining the drawing filing system, inspecting all outside turnkey drawings and ensuring the implementation of management decisions, legal requirements and company standards/policies. He/she will furthermore be accountable for updating and controlling all drawings, drafting all new and small projects designs and handling the improvement and redesign of different equipment.

Requirements: Candidates must have a relevant tertiary qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a Diploma in Technical Draughting, together with 5 years’ draughting experience in a drawing office. An Inventor qualification would be advantageous, and good communication and writing skills, as well as problem-solving abilities, are essential. Computer literacy is needed, with proficiency in MS Office, CAD, Visio and Inventor. Candidates must hold a valid Medical Certificate and a Code B driver’s licence. Our ideal person is able to work independently and under pressure with a high work standard and a drive for results.

(Ref. EDG724)

Please note: Xstrata Lion Ferrochrome is committed to operating sound Sustainable Development management practices and strives towards leadership in these areas. Applicants must take note that general SD requirements and adherence to all SD policies and procedures will be expected of them.

Xstrata Lion Ferrochrome is an equal opportunity provider. In making the final selection, consideration will be given, but not limited, to achieving Xstrata Alloys’ employment equity objectives.

Please be advised that only applicants meeting the stated minimum requirements will be responded to and thus, if you have received no communication within 21 days of the closing date of the advertisement, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

Those who wish to apply must submit a comprehensive CV and copies of all qualifications to
Mr J Kruger at e-mail:
jhkruger@xstrata.co.za or
fax: 086 743 6364.
Please quote the relevant reference in your correspondence.

Closing date: 23 March 2012.

The selection procedure will include a panel interview and, possibly, written evaluation. Short-listed candidates may be required to undergo a psychometric assessment as part of the selection process.

Candidates may be subjected to reference checking.