Architectural Drawing Technician

**Job Advert Summary**:
To plan the internal layout of all format stores in accordance with Pick n Pay’s design requirements / Brief / blue-print layouts, design principles and standard specifications.

**Duties & Responsibilities**:
Store/Space Planning

Execute store planning for detailed population, ensuring that the end product is practical and aligned to Blue print, store cluster, budgets and specifications.

Design Aesthetics

Design new stores and revamps to Pick n Pay’s design requirements / Brief / blue-print layouts, design principles and standard specifications as they are formulated.

Ensure all design brief requirements are catered for according to Pick n Pay’s standards and specifications. All designs to adhere to National Building Regulations SANS 10400.

As-Built

Update store plans in accordance with Architect issued as-built plans and/or final site inspection of works completion.

Drawing Office Administration

Ensure all drawings are archived and documents are filed timeously.

Keep record of all issued plans and documents in accordance with the drawing office process document.

Provide support and relevant information timeously to all External and Internal Stakeholders.

Prioritise and meet deliverables by constantly monitoring and tracking all assigned projects to ensure that deadlines are met and adhered to as set out by the drawing office process document.

**Minimum Requirements**:
National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Architecture or Similar Build environment qualification

2 years post graduate experience

Experience in Retail Design

Knowledge of relevant SABS codes of practice and SANS Regulations

Knowledge of the OHS Act and associated regulations

Proficient in Autodesk products, with specific focus on AutoCAD & Revit

Proficient in Microsoft Suite, with specific focus on Excel and Word

**Competencies**:
Attention to Detail

Business Mindedness

Quality Control & Standards

Results Orientation

Problem Solving

Planning and Organizing

Adaptability and Resilient

Customer Orientation

Communication Skills

Analytical Thinking

**Additional Information**: Competency based interview will be used to assess the above requirements