Ishen Naidoo

Structural & Mechanical Draughtsman with 3+ years' experience in fabrication and structural steel detailing environments. Proficient in AutoCAD and Advance Steel, producing detailed manufacturing and structural drawings. Experienced in liaising with clients, supporting workshop teams, and ensuring accuracy from design through to production. Currently completing a Bachelor of Commerce in Project Management, with strong time management and a commitment to continuous professional growth.

Draughtsman at Hitech Gregfor (2024-01 – Present)

Deliver detailed structural and fabrication drawings for production and client approval. Design and issue detailed fabrication and manufacturing drawings for sheet metal and structural components. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery to the factory.

• Deliver detailed structural and fabrication drawings for production and client approval
• Design and issue detailed fabrication and manufacturing drawings for sheet metal and structural components
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery to the factory
• Liaise directly with clients to understand requirements and provide technical solutions
• Conduct site visits and measurements to ensure designs are practical and buildable
• Perform project costings and material estimation
• Work closely with workshop teams to resolve design issues and improve production efficiency
• Review and refine designs based on real-world fabrication feedback

Junior Draughtsman at JAG Sheet Metal SA (2023-02 – 2024-01)

Produced detailed manufacturing drawings for sheet metal components using AutoCAD. Assisted in larger projects while independently handling smaller design tasks. Interpreted client requirements and translated them into accurate technical drawings.

• Produced detailed manufacturing drawings for sheet metal components using AutoCAD
• Assisted in larger projects while independently handling smaller design tasks
• Interpreted client requirements and translated them into accurate technical drawings
• Collaborated with Senior draughtsman and workshop teams to ensure production accuracy

Part-Time Floor Manager at Fourbuy Wholesale (2022-06 – 2022-09)

Managed vehicle floor operations, ensuring accurate pricing and presentation of stock. Conducted quality checks to ensure vehicles met sales standards. Assisted customers and supported sales processes in a fast-paced environment.

• Managed vehicle floor operations, ensuring accurate pricing and presentation of stock
• Conducted quality checks to ensure vehicles met sales standards
• Assisted customers and supported sales processes within a fast-paced environment
• Maintained organization and efficiency of the sales floor

Bachelor of Commerce in Project Management – STADIO Higher Education (2026)

National Diploma in Structural Steel Detailing in Structural Steel Detailing – Academic Institute of Excellence (AIE College) (2023 – 2024)

Multi-Disciplinary Draughting National Certificate in Multi-Disciplinary Draughting – Academic Institute of Excellence (AIE College) (2022 – 2022)

National Senior Certificate in General Education – Edenvale High School (2021 – 2021)