Draughtsman

Summary

To prepare working drawings to facilitate the execution of the infrastructure projects and programmes of the National Education Trust (NET). 💰Salary Scale: $3,501,526 - $4,709,163 per annum.

Responsibilities

• Key Outputs:

  • • Architectural/Engineering drawings
  • • Sketches and notes from sites and measured surveys and layout drawings produced
  • • Prints of drawings produced, collated and distributed
  • • Models designed and produced
  • • Annual Work Plan prepared
  • • Reports

• Technical / Professional:

  • • Participate in the production of assigned architectural/engineering working drawings.
  • • Participate in the production of civil, structural, electrical and mechanical drawings as assigned.
  • • Participate in the production of drawings for measured and site surveys.
  • • Produce drawings for construction signage, supports and formwork.
  • • Produce as-built drawings.
  • • Operate the printing machine to produce prints of drawings required.
  • • Trim, collate and bind drawings into sets and distribute as requested.
  • • Trace and reproduce negatives of drawings which fall into disrepair.
  • • Assist in the making of architectural models.
  • • Perform any other related duties which may be assigned.
  • • Maintain a well-organized registry for drawings in hard copy and electronic format.
  • • Maintain assigned drafting equipment and supplies.

• Performance Standards:

  • • Architectural/Engineering drawings accurately produced within required timeframes
  • • Layout designs produced as required
  • • Prints of drawings accurately produced, collated and distributed within specified time frame
  • • Scaled models accurately produced within required time-frames
  • • Work plan developed and approved within the required time
  • • Adherence to established drafting standards and codes
  • • An organized and well maintained drawing registry
  • • Adherence to preventive maintenance schedule and warranty requirement for equipment
  • • Established targets are consistently achieved.
  • • Professionalism and integrity are consistently demonstrated in keeping with the established standards of NET
  • • Correspondence and reports are prepared in a timely manner and a high level of accuracy maintained.
  • • Confidentiality, dependability and tact are consistently displayed in the conduct of duties.

• Authority:

  • • To confirm measurements

Required Skills

• Core:

  • • Excellent presentation, oral and written communication skills
  • • Good problem solving and decision-making skills
  • • Excellent time management and organizing skills with the ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines and pay attention to details
  • • Excellent analytical skills
  • • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • • Excellent scheduling and planning skills
  • • Detailed Oriented skills
  • • High degree of initiative and judgment

• Technical:

  • • Excellent knowledge of drafting
  • • Knowledge of the Ministry of Education, Youth & Information’s policies, rules and regulations would be an asset
  • • Proficiency in the use of relevant computer applications
  • • Sound knowledge of Jamaica’s Building Codes, Standards and Regulations
  • • Knowledge of new methodologies in the construction industry including Green Building Technology
  • • Proficiency in the use of project management and architectural design software e.g. AUTOCAD and other office applications e.g. Microsoft Office Suite

Qualifications

• • Diploma in Building Construction or equivalent qualification from a recognized educational institution
• • Must be able to use computer-aided drawing software
• • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office
• • Knowledge of electronic and manual filing systems
• • Minimum of five years (5) experience in the related field

Additional Information and Instructions

• • Exposure to harmful chemical (Ammonia) as a result of dealing with blueprints
• • Required to visit construction sites which may be dusty and hazardous
• • Long hours of traveling at times to visit sites
• • Required to work beyond normal working hours when necessary
• • Required to inspect buildings at heights that may be considered hazardous

Qualified and interested candidates are invited to submit their application for the following vacancies by Friday, January 31, 2025 to: The Administrative & Operations Manager National Education Trust 37 Arnold Road Kingston 5 ✉️ Email: jobs@net.org.jm ℹ️ Subject Line: Draughtsman We thank all applicants for expressing an interest. However, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

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