Draftsperson / Solidworks

About  Us

ASSA ABLOY is the global leader in door opening solutions, dedicated to satisfying end-user needs for security, safety and convenience. With offices in over 70 countries, we are represented in all major regions within both mature and emerging markets. Our iconic brands, such as Lockwood, Abloy, Whitco and Yale, are driven by innovation and have been recognised with ASSA ABLOY’s inclusion in Forbes’ Top 100 most innovative companies list, on four separate occasions. 

About the role

We are looking for a Draftsperson to join our Lietzke team based in Hendon SA. Reporting to the Design Engineer, in this role you will model and create detailed factory drawings for manufacturing, including CAD drawings as required based on customer requirements in SolidWorks or DriveWorks.

Key Accountabilities / Primary Responsibilities

• Detail (Create factory drawings) for all allocated work
• Detail complex jobs using Solidworks software and complete as required to a quality standard.
• Programming of CNC/ Press Brake machinery, and complete as required
• Work through any mistakes and issues identified by the Factories and/or QA Leader with the wider Detailing Team to ensure we understand and minimize repeat errors.
• Raise all queries identified with the project Coordinator of the job, hold the job until the questions are answered.
• Ensure the level of detail is complete and accurate for Manufacturing
• Ensure all admin requirements are completed when required
• Assist in preparing bill of materials (BOM) based on drawings
• Comply with all processes, policies and procedures
• Take care for own health and safety, along with the health and safety of their colleagues, within the workplace.
• Abide by the standards and values set out by ASSA ABLOY’s Code of Conduct
• Abide by ISO 9001 processes

Technical Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Intermediate level of Solidworks or CAD software experience
• Process driven and proactive
• Able to address and problem solve as required
• Able to rapidly build strong relationships, influence and mentor stakeholders
• Able to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities
• Excellent planning, time management and prioritisation skills

In Return
We are part of a global company with a diverse range of opportunities, both locally and abroad. We offer a competitive salary, training and the opportunity to develop and enhance your career. We take great pride in the efforts of our team members who create a supportive team environment and make ASSA ABBLOY such a great place to work.

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group

Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access. 

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.