Drafter

Description:

Drafter / Joinery Manufacturing

Burke & Wills Group – Joinery Division | Full-Time | Monday to Friday | Zillmere, QLD | Nationwide Business

About The Joinery

We're proud of our strong team culture, long-standing employees, and commitment to safety, quality, and people. The Joinery Division of Burke & Wills manufactures high-quality joinery components for commercial fit-outs across Australia, including shopfronts, fixtures, and bespoke joinery solutions. Our success is built on strong teamwork, professionalism, and long-term relationships with both clients and employees.

While this role is based in our Joinery workshop, we operate as part of a nationwide business, supporting commercial projects across multiple locations. Our joinery team works in a professional, well-equipped workshop alongside experienced tradespeople and machine operators, delivering precise, high-quality outcomes.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Drafter to join our joinery operation in Zillmere. This is a hands on role offering genuine work life balance while remaining closely connected to production and project delivery.

You will take ownership of the full drafting and processing lifecycle, working closely with production teams, project managers, and factory staff to ensure accurate, efficient, and buildable joinery outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Drafting and processing of commercial joinery projects

Proficient use of MICROVELLUM and AUTOCAD are required

Full ownership of projects from processing through machining, manufacturing, and final quality control

Accurate application of construction methods, materials, fixings, and finishes

Review and revision of BOQs to ensure correct quantities and material types for purchasing

Ensure drafting is completed within budgeted timeframes

Work closely with the Production Team to manage projects through the full lifecycle

Assist with clients’ variations where required and on the factory floor, including resolving machine operation and programming issues

Support and oversee quality control measures within designs and production

Maintain and continuously improve CAD standards, drafting processes, and documentation

Ensure joinery designs align with manual handling and WHS requirements

Participate in pre-start meetings and quality discussions

Seek opportunities to improve efficiency, profitability, and production flow through intelligent design

Support sustainable practices and environmental initiatives relating to materials and waste management

Maintain strong communication across drafting, production, and management teams

Uphold and enhance the company’s professionalism, standards, and customer satisfaction

Maintain lean manufacturing principles and contribute to continuous improvement

Expand supplier and industry contacts where appropriate

Align behaviour with company values and support business goals

Ability to communicate well & deliver teamwork with a strong ethic

About You

You are a detail-driven professional who enjoys ownership, accountability, and teamwork.

You Will Bring

Proven experience as a Drafter (commercial joinery essential)

Strong Microvellum and AutoCAD capability

Solid understanding of joinery construction and manufacturing processes

Experience working closely with production and factory environments

Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining accuracy and quality

Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach

A proactive, solutions-focused mindset

Pride in delivering high-quality, buildable outcomes

What We Offer

Stable full time role Monday to Friday role supporting a healthy work life balance

Employment with a well-established national business

A highly skilled, supportive team with strong tenure

Stable workload and long-term job security

Competitive salary aligned to your experience

A professional, respectful workplace where contribution is valued

How To Apply

If you’re looking for a drafting role where your experience is respected, your workload is sustainable, and your contribution genuinely matters, we’d love to hear from you.

If you are seeking a stable role in a professional joinery manufacturing environment within a nationwide business, we would like to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability to:

katia@bwprojects.com.au Alternatively, contact us directly to arrange a confidential discussion on 0439 338 260