Our client is a specialist Building Services Consultancy.
They would like to recruit a Technical Author to work remotely. Travel to sites will be paid.
The client would prefer a permanent staffer but would consider a 3-6 month contract.
Duties:
1. Researching and procuring information:
o Understanding the business systems and applications for which documentation is to be prepared
o Gathering and analyzing the information needs of the user
o Procuring design and contract information to prepare the technical manuals and project hand‐over documentation
2. Communicating and collaborating:
o Attending team planning/briefing meetings
o Questioning developers and managers to clarify technical issues and obtain information
o Satisfying user requirements by liaising with subject matter experts including commissioning managers, contractors, suppliers and project consultants
o Working with IT applications such as collaboration tools, Microsoft Office, project databases, and in-house documentation management solutions
3. Writing and editing content:
o Writing, editing and presenting information in clear and simple English and to fit with the agreed style, ensuring the information is organized effectively
o Commissioning, coordinating or preparing illustrations
o Indexing and cataloging material
o Copy-editing the work of colleagues within the organization
4. Managing projects:
o Planning and managing the authoring of the project
o Creating work schedules and managing multiple projects simultaneously
5. Continuing professional development:
o Keeping up to date with developments and trends in the industry and attending training courses as necessary
o Keeping up to date with legislation and energy/environmental directives
o Marketing and publicizing services and skills to potential clients
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