Tasks
- Arranges for completed drawings to be reproduced for use as working drawings.
- Prepares detailed drawings, plans, charts or maps that include natural features, desired surface finish, elevations, electrical circuitry and other details as required.
- Prepares design drawings, plans or sketches and checks feasibility of construction and compliance with safety regulations.
- Considers the suitability of different materials with regard to the dimensions and weight and calculates the likely fatigue, stresses, tolerances, bonds and threads.
- Examines design specification to determine general requirements.
Typical Education Level
Level 3 NVQ; A Levels
Will retirement created job openings
In the UK, 22% in this profession are aged 55 or above.* They will likely retire in the next 10 years, creating a demand for new workers
*This is based on national data
£31,408 Average wage
Average annual earnings
The current average wage for draughtsperson is £31,408
869 positions
Current Employment
The number of jobs in the career for the current year is 869. Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons, and do not distinguish between full- and part-time jobs.
jobs
Job Postings
Over the past year, jobs have been posted for draughtsperson roles.
How well does it pay?
Normal pay for this occupation is £31,408 per year. That is about £2,617 per month or £16.11 per hour. New workers generally start on £21,134, while highly experienced workers can earn as much as £47,637
Is it growing or declining?
This career has remained the same over the last 2 years, and is expected to remain the same over the next 4 years. Currently, 869 people are employed in the region.
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