Full job descriptionCollett & Sons have an exciting opportunity for a CAD Technician to join the team!


Location: Bradford, BD12 0QY (office-based)
Job type: Full-time, permanent
Salary: Dependent on experience, plus paid overtime


About Us:


Collett & Sons Ltd is a family-owned company established since 1928. Originally founded as a transport company, since then we have evolved into a multi-modal operator and have organised ourselves into four closely-run divisions to reflect the diverse nature of our business and the clients we serve. These divisions are seamlessly integrated, allowing us to provide a comprehensive "one-stop-shop" service.


We specialise in serving the oil and gas, power generation, heavy engineering, renewables, and civil and infrastructure markets, transporting and moving difficult loads both in the UK and worldwide. Our operations are based at our 5-acre site in Halifax, 10-acre site in Goole, and 6-acre site in Grangemouth.


CAD Technician – The Role:


Reporting to the Consulting Manager, you will deliver CAD design and surveying services for transport and infrastructure projects. This office-based role includes site visits across the UK and occasional travel within the EU. You will produce technical drawings and reports, carry out swept path analysis using AutoCAD, assess loading and transport methods, and undertake land-based topographical surveys using calibrated instruments.


CAD Technician – Key Responsibilities:


- Carry out Swept Path Analysis (SPA) using AutoCAD software.
- Assess, review and design loading and transport methods using CAD.
- Produce route assessment reports, project documentation and CAD drawings.
- Communicate directly with clients, contractors and colleagues.
- Undertake route surveying and analysis.
- Carry out land-based topographical surveys using calibrated instruments and surveying equipment.


CAD Technician – You:


- Qualified to A Level standard with good 2D AutoCAD experience (3D AutoCAD desirable)
- Knowledge of transport and or engineering or surveying standards and best practices
- Experience with CDM regulations and excellent communication skills
- Self-motivated, proactive, well-organised, confident and an effective team player
- Valid driving licence and passport essential for UK and European travel


CAD Technician – Benefits:


- 28 days’ holiday including bank holidays, with the option to buy more
- Company sick payoff 75% of salary for two weeks following successful completion of your probationary period.
- Company pension with 3% employer contribution
- Industry-approved further education and real promotion prospects as the division
grows
- Overnight subsistence paid when working away


To submit your CV for this exciting CAD Technician opportunity, click Apply today!