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Jacques Sansom

Draughtsperson
Windhoek

Summary

Dedicated Draughtsperson professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
17
17
Certificates
2
2
Languages

Work History

Draughtsperson

Buhrmann & Partners
Windhoek
01.2019 - Current
  • Type of organization: Civil, Structural and Transportation Engineering
  • Proficient in REVIT, AutoCAD & Advance Steel
  • Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
  • Used computer-aided design software to prepare blueprints and schematics.
  • Consulted with architects, customers and vendors regarding project scope and milestone dates.
  • Interpreted technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports to make revisions to CAD drawings.
  • Supported project team in design process to update details of each project.
  • Consulted with project managers, design consultants and sub-contractors to produce and alter drawings.
  • Reviewed specifications to generate complex details of individual system components.
  • Evaluated information provided by architects and system subcontractors and created accurate drawings according to measurements and specifications.
  • Analyzed component and system details to resolve design problems.
  • Trained staff on codes, best practices and suppliers, which enabled better self-sufficiency and task completion.

Fitness Coach

CrossFit Sold-Out
Windhoek
10.2017 - Current
  • Organization: CrossFit Sold-out
  • Type of organization: Fitness Gym
  • Provided coaching about healthy lifestyle strategies.
  • Developed strong member relationships with caring and collaborative approach.
  • Instructed on proper use of equipment for safety of all members.

Gun Salesman

Outdoor Centre
Windhoek
03.2018 - 12.2018
  • Employed upselling techniques to promote sales revenue growth and present customers with complete package supporting main purchases.
  • Assisted customers with purchasing decisions by providing relevant product and regulatory information.
  • Maintained knowledge of, employed and enforced best practices for safe handling of firearms and accessories.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items and arranging according to size or color.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.

Salesman

The Steak Guy
Windhoek
05.2017 - 10.2017

Type of organization: Wholesale butcher

  • Ground, cut and arranged various meat products for sale.
  • Packaged and weighed products for customers and supported individual product selection process.
  • Confirmed and coordinated orders with suppliers and arranged delivery details.
  • Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.

DRAUGHTSPERSON

BJB Project Services
Port Elizabeth
08.2014 - 02.2017
  • NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Maintaining server and shared folders between offices
  • Network troubleshooting and sharing of network files
  • Domain responsibilities
  • Desktop support
  • DRAUGHTS PERSON JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Assist in the design process with engineering and manufacturing techniques
  • Add details to architectural drawings to achieve final design techniques
  • Work from rough sketches and specifications created by engineers and architects
  • Specify dimensions, materials and procedures for new products
  • Prepare multiple versions of designs for review by engineers
  • Design plans using computer-aided design and drafting (CAD) software
  • Draft and prepare layout drawings for the given structures, components and devices
  • Produce draft designs and diagrams according to the given specifications
  • Assist and coordinate with engineers and clients
  • Prepare drawings for sheet metal components
  • Prepare drawings and diagrams for electrical devices and installations
  • Calculate dimensions and allowances for designs.

CAD Draughts Person

Moffat Whitlock Architects
Graaff-Reinet
11.2011 - 08.2014
  • Moffat Whitlock Architects is a privately owned company situated in Graaff - Reinet, who mainly works with designing and alterations of residential properties
  • Key projects:
  • Residential property: 3 phase building plan incl
  • Ground plans, elevations & sections
  • Phase 1: Alterations on the interior of the double storey building
  • Phase 2: Addition of a second living room
  • Phase 3: Additional 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and a toilet
  • Residential property:
  • Designed a steel fence, with an accumulative length of ± 120m to enclose the property
  • Changed sun-porch into a living room, addition of a bathroom, scullery and cottage
  • Responsible for site plans, elevations, sections, electrical and drainage plans
  • Migdalor Ministries Church building:
  • Designed a 1520m2 church that was completed in 6 phases
  • Responsible for site, elevations, sections, electrical and drainage plans
  • Karoo Fish Farm Project:
  • The design consisted of a 472m2 office complex, storage facilities, 16 hatcheries, extensive drainage system, security features incl
  • Electrical fence and 2 guard houses
  • Responsible for site plans, elevations, sections, electrical and drainage plan
  • Pick n Pay Supermarket:
  • Pick n Pay proposed to be converted into an existing supermarket and to be redesigned to fit Pick n Pay's set standards regarding front and back shop specifications, as well as conforming to Graaff- Reinet's heritage standards
  • Designing of parking lot, new entrance and redesigning the existing supermarket interior structure Responsible for site plans, elevations, sections
  • Alterations to Dewdney House to accommodate new offices for Nedbank Declared a National Heritage site 1991, this double storey Georgian house was originally built between 1825-1850
  • Suffered serious fire damage in 1940, but restored in 1987
  • No changes were allowed to the front facade
  • Altered adjacent Nedbank's building to fit existing footprint
  • Designed internal structural pillar supports
  • Responsible for site plans, elevations, sections, electrical and drainage plans

Manager

Dulcé Café
Port Elizabeth
02.2010 - 11.2011
  • Started as waiter - Serving tables, handling of money and basic chores
  • Promoted to manager - Responsible for running front and back shop, banking of money.
  • Set up daily drawers, verified totals and prepared cash deposits.
  • Covered business demands with well-organized schedule and delegation of assignments to coffee shop staff.
  • Administered payroll and maintained employee records.
  • Taught staff how to avoid conflicts by anticipating customer needs.
  • Cultivated strong team environment focused on personal accountability, customer support and business success.
  • Oversaw daily coffee shop operations according to company policies.
  • Ordered supplies, coordinated receiving and oversaw storage in compliance with health code requirements.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.

CAD Draftsperson

Lear Corporation
Port Elizabeth
01.2010 - 01.2010
  • 3 week contract to assist the, construction manager's in updating and alterations of motor vehicles internal electrical layout.

Education

High School Diploma -

Framesby High
Port Elizabeth
01.2005 - 11.2009

Skills

Revit

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Certification

Secondary

Software

Revit

Advance Steel

Problem Solving

Interests

Running and training

Reading

Additional Information

ID. Number : 91092101454

Have a valid Drivers license.

Timeline

Draughtsperson

Buhrmann & Partners
01.2019 - Current

Gun Salesman

Outdoor Centre
03.2018 - 12.2018

Fitness Coach

CrossFit Sold-Out
10.2017 - Current

Salesman

The Steak Guy
05.2017 - 10.2017

DRAUGHTSPERSON

BJB Project Services
08.2014 - 02.2017

CAD Draughts Person

Moffat Whitlock Architects
11.2011 - 08.2014

Manager

Dulcé Café
02.2010 - 11.2011

CAD Draftsperson

Lear Corporation
01.2010 - 01.2010

High School Diploma -

Framesby High
01.2005 - 11.2009
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