Job Opportunity: Experienced Draughtsman / Tekla Detailer – Steelwork
About Us
Join our dynamic team at Hatch, a thriving, family-run company with over 30 years of experience in the steelwork and fabrication industry. Based in Charing, we are a close-knit team of 20 dedicated professionals. We are proud of our UKCA accreditation, maintained for the past decade, reflecting our commitment to quality, precision, and customer satisfaction.
Why Hatch?
* Established Reputation: Be part of a company with decades of industry experience and a strong reputation for delivering excellence.
* Career Growth: We value and invest in our team — many of our senior staff started with us and grew into leadership roles.
* Exciting Projects: Work on a diverse range of steelwork projects including structural steel, bespoke architectural metalwork, staircases, handrails, agricultural buildings, and unique custom commissions.
* Supportive Team Environment: We pride ourselves on being approachable, collaborative, and focused on high-quality results.
The Role
We are seeking an Experienced Draughtsman / Tekla Detailer to join our expanding design and detailing department. You will play a key role in producing accurate drawings and models for fabrication and erection, ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standard.
Ideal Candidate
* Experience / Skills:
* Proven experience as a steelwork draughtsman/detailer.
* Strong working knowledge of Tekla Structures.
* Solid understanding of structural steelwork, fabrication processes, and connection detailing.
* Ability to liaise with architects, engineers, contractors, and fabricators.
Attributes:
* High attention to detail and accuracy.
* Strong problem-solving skills.
* Able to work independently using initiative, as well as part of a team.
* Good time management with the ability to meet deadlines.
* Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
Skills:
* Knowledge of welding and fabrication processes.
* Experience with architectural metalwork detailing.
* Familiarity with industry standards and regulations.
Job Details
* Type: Full-time, Permanent. Based at our office in Charing, Kent.
* Pay: Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Healthcare
* On-site parking
* Quarterly social events
* Schedule: Monday to Friday
* Licenses/Certifications: Full UK driving license preferred (or reliable commute to our rural office location).
Apply Today
We look forward to welcoming an experienced Draughtsman / Tekla Detailer to our team. If you're passionate about steelwork, confident in Tekla Structures, and want to work on a variety of exciting projects, we'd love to hear from you
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Private medical insurance
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Ashford TN27 0QQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
* steelwork detailing: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person