Mechanical Draughtsman

Job PostedOctober 23, 2026

Tanga Cement
Dar es Salaam Full time Jobs
The position reports to: MCC Manager

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Mechanical Drafting:

• Prepare detailed fabrication drawings for mechanical components and structures

• Develop assembly and installation drawings for plant equipment

• Produce detailed drawings for chutes, hoppers, ducts, conveyors, platforms, silos, and pipework

• Prepare bills of materials (BOMs) and material take-offs for fabrication and construction works

• Revise and update existing mechanical drawings following plant modifications

Project Engineering Support:

• Prepare project layouts, general arrangement (GA) drawings, and construction drawings

• Support execution of plant expansion, modernization, and reliability improvement projects

• Generate drawings required during shutdowns and major maintenance activities

• Assist Project Engineers in preparing technical documentation and project execution packages

Site Survey and Measurement:

• Conduct site visits to collect field measurements and engineering data

• Verify actual dimensions before fabrication and installation

• Prepare and maintain as-built drawings reflecting site conditions

Document Control:

• Maintain an organized engineering drawing database and archive

• Ensure that all drawings are properly numbered, revised, approved, and controlled

• Update plant layouts, equipment locations, and engineering records after modifications

Fabrication and Workshop Support:

• Prepare fabrication drawings for workshop manufacturing activities

• Liaise with workshop personnel to clarify drawing requirements

• Support quality control by ensuring drawings reflects engineering specifications

Contractor and Project Coordination:

• Provide technical drawings and information to contractors

• Review contractor drawings and recommend corrections where necessary

• Participate in project meetings and technical reviews

Health, Safety and Environment:

• Comply with all plant HSE policies and procedures including OSHA requirements

• Conduct site measurements and inspections safely

• Ensure engineering designs consider plant safety requirements and maintainability

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