Shop Drawer / Drafter - Joinery & Shopfitting for AU Client (Remote)
Work From Home | Full-Time | AU Hours | PH-Based
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Shop Drawer / Drafter to support an Australian joinery and shopfitting business.
This role is responsible for producing accurate and buildable shop drawings for custom joinery projects, supporting production, CNC programming, project management, and installation teams.
You will play a key role in ensuring all drawings align with design intent, manufacturing requirements, and installation needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Produce detailed shop drawings for custom joinery and shopfitting projects
- Read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, materials, hardware, and finishes
- Collaborate with estimating, project, and production teams to confirm technical feasibility and joinery methods
- Generate drawings using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and joinery-specific software such as SWOOD, SWOOD CAM, and SWOOD Nesting
- Submit drawings for approval and revise them based on design changes or site conditions
- Issue approved shop drawings to production for fabrication and manufacture
- Convert approved drawings and models into CAM-ready files for machining
- Prepare cutting lists, material schedules, and hardware specifications
- Liaise with project managers, production staff, and installers to resolve design and production issues
- Maintain drawing registers, production documentation, and shared project repositories
Requirements
- Proven experience in shop drawing and drafting for joinery, cabinetry, shopfitting, or manufacturing
- Strong ability to interpret architectural drawings and specifications
- Experience with materials, hardware, fabrication methods, and construction processes
- Strong understanding of joinery construction methods
- Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD
- Experience with SWOOD, SWOOD CAM, or SWOOD Nesting is highly desirable
- Experience preparing cutlists, production documentation, and CNC-ready files
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and collaborate with multiple teams
What We're Looking For
- Strong planning, prioritisation, and organisational skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines
- Team player with a proactive and solutions-focused mindset
- Someone who takes ownership of their work and consistently delivers quality output
Systems & Tools
- SolidWorks
- AutoCAD
- SWOOD / SWOOD CAM / SWOOD Nesting
- Procore
- SharePoint
- ERP systems
What Success Looks Like
- Accurate and buildable shop drawings with minimal errors
- Efficient production support with clear documentation and cutlists
- Timely drawing submissions aligned with project deadlines
- Strong collaboration with project, production, and installation teams
- Reduced rework, delays, and manufacturing issues
Why Join Us?
- Full-time, stable remote role
- Work with an Australian joinery and shopfitting business
- Opportunity to work on custom, high-end projects
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
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