Civil Drafter

Civil Drafter - ( 250001QW )

**Description**

**About the role**

We are seeking a Civil Drafter to join our Community Development team in Canberra. Reporting to the Civil Team Lead, you will work on projects delivering solutions in Transport, urban, land and subdivision projects within Canberra and surrounds. The role will suit an experienced Civil Drafter who has worked on multi-disciplined civil projects for Councils, Local government, Main Roads, or developers. As a Civil Drafter, you will provide accurate and efficient design services for the Business Unit in accordance with project times and budgets, and without detailed supervision.

Working as part of the team, with guidance from our senior engineers and support from our specialist engineering designers and technical leads, you will ensure that all projects are completed in accordance with relevant standards, specifications, and drawings. Your role is crucial in delivering high-quality outcomes to our clients, requiring a sound knowledge of civil engineering and construction processes. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team of social and professional engineers to deliver great projects.

Our culture has a strong focus on learning, personal development and training. The seniors are hands-on with delivering projects, however, allow employees opportunities to gain more responsibility and more ownership/autonomy over their work.

We offer flexible work arrangements such as work from home, staggered hours and other flexibility options. Our supportive work environment allows you to tailor your career path ensuring planned investment into your training and development as well as access to long term career opportunities.

**Day to day tasks would involve**:

- Complete drawings / designs using standard methods and techniques. (ACT MIS, AustRoads, TfNSW spec and Relevant Council standards)
- Complete drafting documentation in accordance with compliant procedures
- Work from rough sketches and specifications created by engineers
- Operate CAD or Civil 3D, and other drafting/design computer programs
- Deliver project outcomes within client specifications and expectations
- Ensure drawings comply with design/drafting checklists and are peer reviewed

**Qualifications**

**To be successful for this role you'll need**:

- Tertiary qualification in Computer Aided Design or relevant experience
- Minimum of 2 years of design experience in an engineering consultancy as a civil drafter
- Familiarity with local authority and state government approval and regulatory requirement
- Experience in the operation of software design tools such as AutoCAD packages and/or MicroStation
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an eye for detail and a strong focus on the production of quality outputs
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ongoing commitment to professional development through self-study, training and seminars, and maintaining your Continual Professional Development (CPD)

**What we offer**

Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.
- Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.
- Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
- Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
- Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
- A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables
- Professional Memberships
- Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)
- Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
- Service Recognition Awards
- Employee Assistance Program

**About Stantec**

The Stantec community unites over 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind. We care about the communities we serve—because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.

**Culture**

Stantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corpor