Estimator / Draftsperson

Estimator / Draftsperson

Austral International

Austral International is a leading designer and manufacturer of high-quality safety access covers and other associated products for the water and wastewater industries (http://www.australint.com.au). Based in Hobart, Tasmania, Austral is on an exciting path of growth and innovation, and we are looking for a passionate individual to join the team and contribute to our dynamic journey.

The successful applicant would benefit from being involved in a small, fast growing, dynamic company with a high standard of values and ethics.  We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Estimator / Draftsperson to support our sales, operations, and production teams. This is a varied role combining estimating, drafting, procurement, and customer support, offering the opportunity to be involved in projects from enquiry through to delivery.

 You will be working as part of an established, but ever improving and growing team.

About the Role

In this role, you will:

Create and revise technical drawings using Autodesk Inventor.

Liaise with customers and the sales team to understand project requirements.

Prepare quotations and estimates from customer enquiries and sales requests.

Support product development and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have: 

Certificate IV in Engineering Drafting, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.

Experience using Autodesk Inventor.

Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, with the ability to confidently communicate with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

Australian work rights with the ability to work permanently in Australia.

Strong technical and mechanical aptitude.

Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Strong communication and customer service skills.

The ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively to deadlines.

A proactive, positive, and team-oriented approach.

Desirable

 Experience in fabrication or manufacturing environments.

Knowledge of CNC routing, welding, or manufacturing processes.

Previous estimating, design, or drafting experience.

What We Offer

A diverse and hands-on role with a mix of technical, commercial, and operational responsibilities.

A supportive and collaborative team environment.

Long-term career opportunities within a growing business.

Competitive remuneration based on skills and experience.

Important: This position is based in Australia. Applicants must have unrestricted working rights in Australia. We are not offering visa sponsorship for this role. Due to the customer-facing and technical nature of the position, a very high level of written and spoken English is essential.