NZ Drafting Team Leader

The Company

Established in 1997, today VAE Group is one of Australasia largest commercial HVAC solutions companies with over 400 employees and have 12 office locations in Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea.

With a reputation for delivering top-notch solutions, we thrive on teamwork, growth, and a little fun along the way. We pride ourselves in trust, integrity, relentless focus on safety and innovative expert staff which together deliver outstanding results and live our brand’s values of Energy – Synergy – Success.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Drafting Team Leader to join our diverse NZ Drafting team.

• Location: Christchurch, New Zealand
• Employment: Full-time, Permanent, 40 hours per week (typically, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5pm)
• Salary: NZD $90,000–$95,000 per annum (depending on skills and experience)

Reporting to the NZ Engineering & Drafting Manager and based in Christchurch NZ , the Drafting Team Leader is responsible for preparing and coordinating detailed mechanical services and HVAC drafting documentation while also providing technical leadership and day-to-day coordination of the drafting team. You will work closely with engineers, project managers, consultants and site teams to ensure accurate, high-quality project documentation is delivered in line with project requirements.

Some of the key responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Prepare detailed mechanical services and HVAC workshop, fabrication and installation drawings using AutoCAD
• Produce accurate 2D drawings and coordinated 3D models for commercial construction projects
• Interpret engineering designs, specifications and project documentation
• Coordinate drawings with architectural, structural, hydraulic and electrical disciplines
• Manage drawing revisions, document control and drafting deliverables to meet project deadlines
• Review drawings for compliance with project specifications, company standards and relevant New Zealand standards
• Support Engineers and Project Managers with technical documentation, RFIs and project coordination
• Provide technical leadership, supervision, mentoring and day-to-day support to the drafting team and drafting subcontractors
• Assist with workflow planning, quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives
Manage, monitor and maintain the Engineering, Drafting & Manufacturing Schedule (EDM) and Document Change Register (DCR) across projects, liaising with Project Managers to ensure correct use

About You

Essential

• At least seven (07) years of proven experience as a Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson or HVAC Draftsperson in commercial construction
• Managerial/supervisory skills, including experience as lead draftsperson on large 10+ people projects
• Demonstrated experience preparing detailed mechanical services and HVAC workshop and construction drawings across a variety of projects
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Experience producing detailed workshop drawings and 3D coordinated models of HVAC systems & plant rooms.
• Sound understanding of commercial HVAC and mechanical services systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate technical documentation.
• Excellent communication, organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams.
Strong influencing and negotiation skills

Desirable

• Experience using CadDuct, Revit MEP and/or Navisworks
• BIM coordination experience
Experience delivering commercial, healthcare or industrial construction projects

Culture

At VAE, our people live and breathe our Non-Negotiables . We are proud of the VAE Group culture and it is key to the company's significant growth & low employee turnover.

Diversity & Inclusion

At VAE we commit to building and fostering an inclusive culture that promotes and values diversity. We provide equal opportunities for great people from variety of backgrounds & cultures as we believe our diverse and engaging workforce drives innovation. We’re searching for like-minded people that complement our core principles and company culture.

If you are looking for a career opportunity in a workplace value training & development, please apply today!