Design Drafter - Civil / Land Development

WML Consultants seeks a Civil / Land Development Design Drafter to join our Perth branch. In this role, you will prepare high-quality engineering designs and drawings while working alongside our specialist teams to shape community infrastructure and major civil projects across Western Australia. We offer a highly stable, stimulating work environment with a diverse client base and an attractive, negotiable remuneration package built around your specific expertise.

About WML Consultants

• Established Expertise: Over 30 years in business specializing in Civil, Structural, Geotechnical, and Pavements engineering.
• Regional Footprint: Strategically located offices in Bunbury, Perth, and Kalgoorlie, WML works across the entire Western Australian state, providing deep local context.
• Our Team: A collaborative 70-member team organized into four disciplinary groups to meet project demands.
• Proven Track Record: Trusted by businesses and shires across Western Australia for major highway improvements, geotechnical analysis, bulk earthworks, roads, land development and drainage solutions.

The Opportunity

• Impact: Prepare high-quality designs for civil, road, subdivision, and drainage projects.
• Design Software: Deliver detailed engineering drawings using 12d and AutoCAD.
• Stability: Join a trusted team with a diverse and stable client base.
• Rewards: Secure an attractive salary package complemented by bonuses that reward your hard work.

Key Responsibilities

Design

• Drafting: Prepare engineering design drawings for civil, road, land development, and drainage projects.
• Compliance: Ensure all work aligns with relevant guidelines, standards, and codes of practice.
• Site Work: Carry out site inspections and measurements, documenting observations in drawings or records.
• Systems: Contributes to developing, maintaining, and improving company job management processes.
• Innovation: Research and include innovative solutions in your designs where appropriate.

Administration

• Data Gathering: Assist engineering staff to acquire electronic and other data from various sources.
• Filing: Manage and file documentation, drawings, and maps according to company guidelines.
• Process Support: Contributes to developing, maintaining, and improving job management systems.
• Flexibility: Undertake other duties and assignments as required by the team.

Contract Management

• Tenders: Assist in preparing tender and contract documentation.
• Inspections: Conduct site inspections and measurements, reporting the results clearly.
• System Growth: Contributes to developing, maintaining, and improving internal contract management processes.

Selection Criteria

• Qualifications: Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent practical industry experience.
• Software Skills: Proficient, hands-on experience using both AutoCAD and 12d.
• Design Expertise: Strong background in civil, road, drainage, or sub-divisional layouts.
• Work Rights: Must hold Australian permanent residency or citizenship status.

Applying for the role

If this position suits your skills, knowledge, and qualifications, please apply today. Please Email your cover letter and CV to our team today.

• Subject Line: Please specify the Perth Branch Position in your email subject line.

Shortlisted candidates with the stipulated requirements will be contacted for an interview.