Trainee CAD / Design Technician

Guncast Swimming Pools Ltd; Petworth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pool design company in Petworth is seeking a motivated design technician to support our design and sales teams. Responsibilities include preparing CAD design packages, attending meetings, and liaising with clients and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have experience in CAD, preferably within the construction industry, and strong communication skills. This full-time role offers the opportunity to be part of a vibrant design office with a collaborative atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Qualification and experience in CAD (AutoCAD) is essential.
• Knowledge or experience within the construction industry is preferable.
• Ability to self-manage and work independently when required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare CAD design project drawing packages.
• Attend design meetings and liaise with clients and architects.
• Conduct general office administration as needed.

Skills

CAD (AutoCAD)

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Ability to read technical drawings

Construction industry knowledge

Education

HND or CIOB qualification

Job description

UK-based Guncast Group specialises in the design, construction, installation and maintenance of luxury swimming pools and wellness facilities. Our projects push boundaries in design, style, and innovation – and we’re looking for vibrant new talent to join our growing team here in Petworth.

With offices in West Sussex, Oxfordshire and West Byfleet, we operate nationally on a range of diverse projects, at the very highest end of the market.

We are looking to appoint a motivated design technician to provide support to the design and sales team, by bringing ideas to life for our clients and project teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a creative, supportive, and buzzing design office where no two days are the same.

Some UK and overseas travel may be required.

KEY DUTIES:

• Preparation of CAD design project drawing packages.
• Preparation of builders’ work and service schedules.
• Preparation of design risk assessments.
• Preparation of ad-hoc design work as required.
• Attend internal and external design meetings and liaise confidently and proactively with end clients, architects, engineers, and interior designers.
• Liaison with the sales and delivery team.
• General office administration as required.

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Qualification and experience in CAD (Autocad). Revit would be beneficial
• Knowledge / previous experience within the construction industry is preferable.
• A formal industry qualification, e.g., an HND or CIOB, would be beneficial.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural technical drawings and schematics.
• Self-motivated and able to self-manage when required.
• Build good working relationships with other parties both internal and external.
• Swimming pool design knowledge is preferable but not essential as training will be given.

If you think this is the job for you then your personal attributes will include: being practically minded; a logical thinker, adaptable, hard working, organised and conscientious. Having excellent attention to detail; being a team player but enjoy working on your own initiative and taking responsibility for your own work. Lastly, wanting to be recognised and rewarded for your hard work and progress within your career.

We welcome all applications, regardless of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious beliefs. We are and have always been committed to equal opportunities for everyone.

Please forward your CV to Zoe Slade HR Manager by email [e-mail]

Reporting to

Design Manager

Full/Part-Time

Full Time