Draughtsman

CFW Fans (Pty) Ltd, an SABS ISO 9001 certified company, holds a prominent market position in Southern Africa, specialising in the design, manufacture, and distribution of fans for the industrial, mining, power generation, and HVAC sectors.

Since its founding as Continental Fan Works in 1966, CFW has built extensive expertise and knowledge, establishing itself as a trusted supplier of industrial fans to leading corporations both within South Africa and internationally.

The Company Employs a Diverse Workforce With a Strong Skill Set In Engineering. We Are Currently Seeking a Draughtsman To Join Our Team And Produce Accurate Technical Drawings And Documentation For Fan Components And Assemblies, Supporting Manufacturing, Quality, And Project Delivery.

• Prepare detailed mechanical drawings, including assembly, fabrication, and layout.
• Ensure all drawings comply with project, company, and ISO standards.
• Interpret engineers’ design briefs and develop practical manufacturing solutions.
• Attend design briefings and cross-check with engineers before finalising drawings.
• Update existing drawings according to revisions and maintain accurate revision records.
• Implement drawing revision control procedures and utilise document management systems.
• Ensure adherence to ISO, company, and client standards, and stay updated on mechanical codes.
• Communicate effectively with engineers, production, and quality teams; attend design meetings.
• Complete drawing tasks within required time frames and prioritise based on project deadlines.
• Enhance drafting skills, software proficiency, and propose workflow improvements.
• Support quality assurance by providing accurate drawings for inspections and dimensional checks.

• A tertiary qualification in draughting.
• Proven experience as a Production Draughtsman or Mechanical Draughtsman (preferably in fan or mechanical engineering).
• Understanding of mechanical engineering principles and manufacturing processes.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and preparing detailed production drawings.

• Attention to detail.
• Strong technical and mechanical understanding.
• Proficiency in CAD software.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Time management and organisational skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn.
• Accountability and reliability.
• Ability to work under pressure.

• You will be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team culture.
• You will work alongside a diverse group of professionals.
• You will enjoy continuous opportunities for personal growth and career advancement.
• You will receive a competitive, market related salary and benefits package.
• You will experience a flexible and balanced work environment.
• Your standard working hours will be 08:00 to 17:00, Monday to Thursday, and 08:00 to 15:00 on Fridays.