Jason Britz
@jasonbritz
Senior mechanical draughtsman with 10+ years creating precise CAD drawings, 3D models, and conveyor/structural designs.
What I'm looking for
I’m an experienced, detail-oriented mechanical draughtsman with over 10 years working across architectural and mechanical design. I focus on producing accurate technical drawings, 3D models, and layouts that support both manufacturing and real-world installation.
In my current role, I prepare manufacturing and site drawings and design augers, chain conveyors, belt conveyors, gantries, and structural supports. I handle complete site layouts (foundations, pits, and installations), conduct on-site surveys for accurate positioning, and use Sigma Nest to nest parts and optimize material efficiency.
Earlier, I produced detailed mechanical drawings and specifications for mining equipment, and I worked with clients on scheduling and site measurements. I also prepared quotations, job cards, and work progress plans, while nesting components on Sigma Nest to minimize waste.
I’ve also managed daily production across waterjet systems and staff members, designing and nesting parts on Omax systems while preparing drawings, estimates, and production schedules. I bring the same precision and problem-solving mindset to QA-standard mechanical and piping drawings, continuous documentation, and training—always delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Mechanical Draughtsman
Vicro Bulk
Nov 2021 - Present (4 years 5 months)
Prepared manufacturing and site drawings for bulk mechanical systems, designing augers, chain conveyors, belt conveyors, gantries, and structural supports. Conducted on-site surveys and created foundation and installation layouts, optimizing part nesting using SigmaNEST.
Mechanical Draughtsman & Estimator
Rio-Carb
Jan 2021 - Oct 2021 (9 months)
Produced detailed mechanical drawings and specifications for mining equipment and prepared quotations, job cards, and work progress plans. Nested components in SigmaNEST to minimize waste and coordinated with clients on scheduling and site measurements.
Draughtsman / Production Manager
Aqua Jet Profiles
Jun 2019 - Jan 2021 (1 year 7 months)
Managed daily production across waterjet machines and supported staff while designing, nesting, and optimizing parts on Omax systems. Prepared drawings, estimates, and production schedules and liaised with clients for job planning and scheduling.
Technical Draughtsman
E3 Technical
Feb 2017 - Nov 2018 (1 year 9 months)
Delivered mechanical and piping drawings according to QA standards and assisted project delivery from concept through to fabrication. Produced detailed documentation and layout drawings under supervision and established outputs aligned to required standards.
Draughtsman/Estimator
Easy Way Gadgets Cc
Jun 2014 - Jan 2017 (2 years 7 months)
Created accurate 2D and 3D AutoCAD drawings for fabrication and assembly and prepared cost estimates and design documentation. Operated HD Plasma and SigmaNEST 9, trained junior staff, and maintained company design standards.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
SAID
Student Member, Professional membership
2017 -
Student member (ongoing).
MECAD Manufacturing
SigmaNEST Training, SigmaNEST
2021 -
Completed SigmaNEST training with a focus on nesting workflows.
CETA
FET Certificate, Computer Aided Drawing Office Practice
2018 -
Completed the FET Certificate in Computer Aided Drawing Office Practice.
CTU Training Solutions
CAD Office Practice, CAD Office Practice
2017 -
Completed CAD Office Practice training (CTU).
City & Guilds (UK)
Level 3 3D CAD; Level 2 2D CAD, CAD (2D & 3D)
2014 -
Completed Level 3 3D CAD and Level 2 2D CAD training.
Hoërskool Overvaal
National Senior Certificate, General Education
2013 -
Completed the National Senior Certificate in 2013.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Website
www.reallygreatsite.comSkills
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