Production Technical Designer – Carpentry & Steel Works

Key Responsibilities

• Design and Technical Drawings: Produce detailed workshop, fabrication, and installation drawings for joinery, carpentry, furniture, and steel/metal works. Translate architectural concepts and project requirements into fully developed manufacturing documentation, including plans, elevations, sections, and assembly details. Prepare 2D and 3D representations where necessary and ensure all outputs meet internal standards and project specifications. Continuously update and refine drawings in line with design changes and project progression.
• Site Verification & Measurements: Carry out site inspections when required to gather accurate dimensional data. Validate existing conditions and confirm installation constraints prior to production. Identify potential site-related challenges and coordinate findings with site teams to ensure smooth implementation.
• Production & Workshop Support: Develop cutting lists, fabrication schedules, and supporting documentation required for workshop operations. Assist production teams in interpreting technical drawings and resolving technical queries during fabrication and installation stages. Provide ongoing technical input to ensure manufacturability and installation accuracy.
• Materials & Procurement Coordination: Prepare material schedules, quantity breakdowns, and take-offs to support procurement activities. Collaborate with purchasing teams to define material specifications and assess suitable alternatives where required. Support efficient material planning aligned with project needs and timelines.
• Project Coordination & Quality Assurance: Work closely with project leadership to support planning, sequencing, and progress tracking. Participate in technical discussions and project coordination meetings. Ensure all issued drawings are properly controlled, approved, and distributed. Monitor compliance between approved designs and completed works, supporting quality assurance checks and resolving discrepancies where necessary.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain structured drawing registers, revision histories, and controlled documentation records. Ensure all project files are accurately stored and updated within company systems. Prepare technical summaries, progress updates, and documentation reports as required throughout project delivery.

Qualifications, Skills and Attributes

• Education: A qualification in architectural technology, drafting, engineering, or a related technical discipline is required.
• Experience: Three to five years prior exposure to joinery, carpentry, or steel fabrication detailing and production environments would be beneficial.
• Language Skills: Excellent command of English is required to succeed in this role. The ability to communicate in Maltese would be an asset.
• Communication Skills: Strong ability to liaise effectively with technical, operational, and site-based teams.
• Interpersonal Skills: Capable of collaborating across multiple departments and responding to varied stakeholder needs.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in producing technical drawings and familiarity with CAD and 2D/3D design tools.
• Organisation: Strong ability to manage multiple drawing revisions, deadlines, and documentation requirements simultaneously.
• Self-Motivated: Able to work independently, take initiative, and maintain focus under tight project timelines.
• Problem-Solving: Able to interpret technical challenges and propose practical, buildable solutions during design and production stages.

What's on Offer

• Compensation: A competitive base salary.
• Working Hours: Full-time role. 
• Other Benefits:  A comprehensive benefits package and group-wide discounts.
• Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a dynamic and expanding company.