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Trainee Draftsperson

Location: Walla Walla
Employment Basis: Full Time
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Join a proudly Australian, family-owned engineering and fabrication business with a legacy of excellence. The KOTZUR GROUP has been a trusted name for decades, delivering high-quality bulk solid storage and handling systems to the agricultural and mining sectors. With a strong focus on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, we continue to grow and lead in our field.

Are you mechanically minded with a knack for problem solving? Looking to kickstart a career in drafting and design? We’re looking for a Trainee Draftsperson to join our team and grow with us. No prior drafting experience is required – we’ll provide full training. This is a hands-on opportunity to develop technical drawing skills and gain exposure to real-world engineering and manufacturing processes.

About the role

As a Trainee Draftsperson you will learn to produce detailed drawings for structural steel, mechanical equipment, chutes, and civil design components across the entire Storage and Projects product range.

The successful candidate will undertake traineeship studies in Certificate IV Engineering and Drafting in conjunction with full time work and will be based at our Walla Walla site (30 minutes drive from Albury).

What you'll learn

  • How to produce details drawings using AutoCAD software

  • Design principles for structural steel, mechanical systems and civil items

  • Interpretation of blueprints, schematics and engineering plans

  • Collaboration with engineers, fabricators and project teams

  • Kotzur Design team office protocols including maintenance of records and documentation

Ideal candidate

  • Trade background or experience in fabrication, mechanical fitting, or construction (advantageous but not essential)

  • Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in design and drafting

  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

  • Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail

  • Aptitude for mathematics including geometry and trigonometry

  • Basic understanding of CAD or design software (or eager to learn!)

  • Strong organisation / time management skills

Why join us?

  • Full support to complete Certificate IV in Engineering Drafting

  • On the job training provided

  • Supportive team environment

  • Long-term career development opportunities

  • Work with industry experts in a growing business

If you're looking for an exciting and new role where you can make a real impact, we encourage you to apply now.

To apply, please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role via seek.

Applications close Friday 7 November 2025.