Estimator/Draftsperson Gepps Cross

Stratco Australia is seeking an Estimator/Draftsperson to join their team in Gepps Cross, SA. The role involves designing lightweight steel framing, reviewing plans, preparing estimates, and collaborating with customers and team members. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience, strong customer focus, and good computer skills. The company offers career development, flexible working arrangements, and a supportive work environment. This position is not remote.
• Stability of over 75 years’ of Australian experience and expertise
• EAP and wellbeing support | Career development opportunities
• 15 mins from CBD | Work-life balance

About Stratco

Stratco is an Australian-owned innovator, manufacturer, and marketer of quality building and renovation solutions. With sophisticated manufacturing facilities, retail stores, and professional trade representation throughout Australia and New Zealand, Stratco has supplied a comprehensive range of products to the building and construction industries, and home improvement and DIY markets for over 75 years.

THE OPPORTUNITY

An exciting opportunity has become available for an Estimator/Draftsperson to join our team based in Gepps Cross. Reporting to the National Steel Framing Design & Estimating Manager, this position involves working across our collaborative X1 Framing team, assisting in the design and detailing of lightweight steel framing designs and Outback Pavillion designs.

Responsibilities
• Reviewing residential, commercial and industrial plans
• Detailing and designing lightweight steel framing for Stratco's customer base
• Liaising with sales representatives and members of the senior management team in various locations
• Liaising with customers, including builders and engineers, to confirm specifications and project requirements
• Preparing estimates and quotations for Stratco sales team members and customers
• Collaborate with team members, other business areas and projects as required
• Strict adherence to our critical safety rules & contributing to a safe working environment

About You
• Tertiary qualifications in Estimating, Building Design or a related trade qualification
• Experience in an estimating role (advantageous)
• Drafting skills and experience &/or exposure to a CAD/CAM environment (advantageous)
• Excellent computer and data entry skills
• Ability to plan, prioritise and work to project timelines
• Strong customer focus with an eye for detail and a sense of urgency to achieve results
• Understanding of Australian building and construction codes, standards and techniques
• Excellent mathematical and conceptualisation skills
• Willingness to enhance the customer experience by working with enthusiasm, energy, and pace
• Whilst experience is great, it’ll be your passion, reliable attitude and personality that set you apart

Rewards & Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements | Health & Wellbeing Initiatives | Traineeship & Apprentice Program | Career Development Opportunities | Paid Parental Leave | Employee Referral Incentive | Stratco Team Member Discount Card | Private Health Corporate Discount | Flu Vaccinations | Employee Assistance Programme

OUR EVP

At Stratco, manufacturing is our foundation, but our people are our future. We empower our team to grow and succeed, within an inclusive and collaborative environment, where every individual matters, and innovation thrives. We are committed to offering fulfilling and rewarding career paths, ongoing learning and development, and recognition for outstanding service. Join us and build the future you’ve always envisaged, while redefining outdoor living and improving the lifestyles of our customers.

At Stratco, Safety is paramount, and we take every measure to ensure our team members ‘Return Home Safe’.

APPLICATION PROCESS

If this sounds like you, we would like to hear from you! Should you be successful in progressing to the next stage of the recruitment process you will be invited for an interview to discuss the role in more detail.

To see more information about Stratco & our careers please visit – stratco.com.au/careers