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Civil Drafter

Location(s): 

Adelaide, SA, AU

Contract Type:  Permanent
Work Pattern:  Full Time
Market:  Transport
Discipline:  Civil
Job Ref:  17913
Recruiter Contact:  Jigyasa Sharma

Brilliant people trusted to do brilliant things

Mott MacDonald is a vibrant and forward-thinking engineering, management, and development consultancy. Working together as a global team we plan, design, deliver and maintain the transport, energy, water, buildings, and wider infrastructure that is integral to people’s daily lives. We value excellence in every dimension of our business and continuously seek opportunities to improve what we do and how we do it.

We employ brilliant people who combine their diverse skills and experiences to achieve brilliant things. Whether you want to specialise or broaden your experience, you'll be supported by global specialists eager to share their expertise. With numerous opportunities to learn and grow, the possibilities are as diverse as our people. Working as a connected global team, we deliver impactful projects that shape the future.

 

 

Your Opportunity  

We are a growing and innovative civil engineering consultancy delivering high-quality infrastructure, transport and urban development projects across South Australia. Our team is passionate about technical excellence, collaboration and creating practical solutions that leave a lasting impact on the communities we serve.

As our project portfolio continues to expand, we are seeking an experienced Civil Drafter to join our Civil Engineering team. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside talented engineers, designers and project managers on a diverse range of transport, infrastructure, land development and municipal projects.

You'll play a key role in the production and coordination of detailed civil documentation, and contributing to the continuous improvement of drafting standards and digital delivery practices.

 

 

You will:

  • Prepare and coordinate detailed civil engineering drawings and documentation using AutoCAD, Revit
  • Assist in the delivery of projects within agreed budgets, schedules and quality expectations. 
  • Produce high-quality construction documentation in accordance with Australian Standards, council requirements and client specifications.
  • Develop plans for roads, drainage, sewer, water and associated civil infrastructure.
  • Interpret engineering designs and digital models to create accurate drafting outputs.
  • Collaborate closely with engineers, designers, and project managers to deliver coordinated project outcomes.
  • Review drawings and documentation to ensure compliance with project requirements, drafting standards and quality procedures.
  • Manage drawing revisions and updates throughout project lifecycles.
  • Assist in maintaining drafting standards, templates, QA processes and document control systems.
  • Provide guidance and support to junior drafters and contribute to team capability development.
  • Support digital engineering initiatives and continuous improvement in drafting workflows and technology.

 

 
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About you  

  • Drafting, Design Drafting or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 2-3 years' experience in civil drafting within a consulting engineering, infrastructure or land development environment is preferred.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, with Civil 3D or 12d experience considered a benefit.
  • Experience preparing documentation for roads, drainage, subdivisions, sewer or water infrastructure projects.
  • Understanding of Australian Standards, council requirements and civil construction principles.
  • Experience working within quality management systems and document control processes.
  • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality documentation.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
  • The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.

 

Our company, values, and benefits 

 

Mott MacDonald celebrates diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive work environment that values work-life balance, diversity, inclusion, and equity. We welcome diverse applicants, including First Nations People, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people of all genders, neurodiversity, cultural backgrounds, age groups, and those with intersectional identities.  

 

We offer a range of diverse benefits and facilities to make this a great place to be, including: 

 

  • Agile working environment, supporting our people to work flexibly 
  • Discretionary Group and Personal Performance Bonuses for eligible employees
  • Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more 
  • Annual Health Checks and ongoing professional development


You've got this! 

We endorse a diverse and inclusive workplace, and look to provide suitable opportunities for employees . Please apply if you are interested !

 

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