Architectural Draftsperson

Highly relevant tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Interpreting plans, regulations and codes of practice.
• Preparing preliminary sketches, working drawings and specifications.
• Preparing, editing and revising plans, maps, charts and drawings.

Additional tasks may include:

• Preparing a range of documentation packages such as Tender / Construction / As Built.
• Preparing schedules such as window/door and material finishes.
• Model making and/or 3D visualisations.
• Modelling, documenting and coordinating Building Information Modelling (BIM).
• Liaising with clients, builders, surveyors, engineers, other design specialists such as landscapers, suppliers, architects, building designers, government authorities, building surveyors/ certifiers.
• Contract administration including regular site visits and resolving technical queries during the construction phase.

In order to be considered as an Architectural Draftsperson, applicants are required to demonstrate employment in a role that is primarily focused on the preparation of drawings and documentation for architectural design and building projects. Suitable project involvements can vary, and may be related to residential properties, multi-storey and high rise developments, commercial buildings or other building design works. As experience at an appropriate skill level for the nominated occupation should reflect the performance of drafting duties in support of senior architectural personnel, it is important to note that the occupation of Architectural Draftsperson differs to that of an Architect (ANZSCO Code 232111).

Categories of acceptable employment contexts include (but are not limited to):

• Architectural design consultancy
• 3D visualisation studios
• Construction companies
• Property development companies
• Architectural drafting companies
• Independent contractor / self-employed

Alternatively, experience undertaken in the context of multidisciplinary design businesses, construction entities or engineering consultancies may also be deemed suitable provided any tasks undertaken are performed in an appropriate department or division of the company.

Whilst the performance of some interior design work is appropriate for consideration when undertaken as an aspect of a broader architectural drafting role, please note that employment exclusively focused on interior design would not be considered highly relevant for assessment under this occupation as such tasks are elsewhere classified in ANZSCO. If your employment experience primarily relates to civil engineering, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire installation, drainage, petrochemical, structural or hydraulic drafting, such tasks are also considered elsewhere in ANZSCO and will therefore not be considered relevant to this occupation.

Please note that not all BIM related roles would be considered relevant under the nominated occupation of Architectural Draftsperson. Suitability of the employment will be determined by the technical and skill level involved in the applicant’s role. BIM related employment that demonstrates high level managerial and strategic tasks with minimal focus on drafting will not be considered suitable. This type of employment may be better classified under another occupation on ANZSCO.

When applying for a Skills Assessment, please ensure you submit sufficient evidence supporting proof of identity, qualification and employment claims. A full list of the documents required can be found on the VETASSESS website under Eligibility Criteria.

To further support your employment claims, you must also provide supplementary documentation to demonstrate your performance of architectural drafting duties. A portfolio showing project documentation examples and project lists would be appropriate for this purpose. Please provide a link to your portfolio or upload samples of your design work, of no more than 5MB per sample in your online application submission.

If you are nominating this occupation, and you are selfemployed, you are required to provide the following:

• Evidence of self-employment such as sole trading or business registration details and / or official statements issued by your (registered) accountant and / or legal team. The statement from your accountant or solicitor must include the accountant’s or solicitor’s letterhead, your full name, how long you have been continuously selfemployed including official dates in each role, the nature of the business conducted, the signature and contact details of the accountant or solicitor.
• Statutory declaration listing your main duties during self-employment;
• Payment evidence showing regular income from self-employment, such as client invoices together with corresponding bank statements and / or official taxation records;
• Supplementary evidence, such as contracts with clients or suppliers, client testimonials, evidence of projects completed, etc.