Computer Aided Design Technician

Franks Portlock Ltd.; Rosyth; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading asbestos consultancy in Rosyth is seeking a CAD Technician to create precise technical drawings using CAD software. The role requires collaboration with surveyors and project managers, as well as handling various administrative duties. Candidates should have proficiency in CAD software like AutoCAD and demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills. The position offers a generous holiday package and additional employee support programs.

Benefits

Generous holiday package

Hybrid vehicle & fuel card

Company pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Ability to manage workload and support team tasks.
• Experience in creating detailed technical drawings.
• Strong IT skills are essential for administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed technical drawings and plans.
• Update existing drawings based on project specifications.
• Maintain an organized filing system for all drawings.
• Liaise with other offices and clients for support.
• Manage scheduling of works smoothly.
• Comply with data protection laws (GDPR).

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Good knowledge of IT and Microsoft Office systems

Diary management

Flexible and adaptable approach

Strong organisational skills

Strong communication abilities

Multitasking abilities

Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, NanoCAD)

Education

Prior experience in a CAD technician role and/or administrative position

Tools

AutoCAD

NanoCAD

Job description

Franks Portlock is a UKAS accredited, leading asbestos consultancy company, specialising in asbestos and environmental testing, asbestos surveys, and consultancy. We have over a decade of experience in asbestos surveying, sample analysis, air testing, four stage clearance testing, and have expanded rapidly over the past few years.

We are UKAS accredited to ISO/IEC 17025 and 17020 with offices based in London, Midlands, the North East and North West of England and Rosyth.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications.

The Role

As a CAD Technician you will be responsible for creating technical drawings using CAD software. You will also be responsible for handling administrative tasks to support the operational team.

As a CAD Technician you will:

• Create detailed technical drawings and plans based on specifications provided by surveyors, analysts, project managers and the senior management team.
• Update and modify existing drawings to reflect changes in project specifications.
• Utilise CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, NanoCAD) to produce accurate and precise drawings. ·
• Work closely with the administration staff and other team members (site staff) to ensure drawings meet project requirements and standards.
• Maintain an organised filing system for all drawings and related documents, ensuring easy retrieval and reference. ·
• Responsible for the technical review of survey reports including making changes where necessary. ·
• Adhere to and manage all KPI’s pertaining to survey reporting times.

Administrative Duties:

• To liaise with other offices for support when needed
• Upkeep a good working relationship with clients and ensure good customer service is provided in every interaction
• Add new clients and enquiries to the system
• Manage scheduling of works smoothly and that jobs are completed in a timely manner
• Take ownership for your workload and manage work scheduling and work as part of a team and support workload
• Abide by the company code of conduct and comply with data protection laws (GDPR)
• Completing and keeping up to date with Citation training modules

As a CAD Technician you will:

• Ability to work under pressure.
• Good knowledge of IT and Microsoft Office systems.
• Diary management.
• Able to offer constructive suggestions for improvement.
• Flexible and adaptable approach
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, NanoCAD).
• Strong organisational, communication, and multitasking abilities.
• Prior experience in a CAD technician role and/or administrative position is preferred.

Why Join Us

• Generous Holiday Package: Enjoy 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to choose one extra
• day of holiday or Vitality health insurance
• Hybrid Vehicle & Fuel Card: All the tools you need to get the job done
• Staff uniform and PPE
• Working away allowance
• Company Pension
• Employee Assistance programme (EAP) and fully qualified Mental Health First Aiders to support with your wellbeing!
• Family friendly policies
• Employee of the month award
• Employee representative at each of our sites to boost employee engagement!
• Personal Development Plan to help support and develop our employees