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:
Understanding the business systems and applications for which documentation is to be prepared.
Gathering and analyzing the information needs of the user.
Procuring design and contract information to prepare the technical manuals and project hand‐over documentation.
2. Communicating and collaborating:
Attending team planning/briefing meetings.
Questioning developers and managers to clarify technical issues and obtain information.
Satisfying user requirements by liaising with subject matter experts including commissioning managers, contractors, suppliers, and project consultants.
Working with IT applications such as collaboration tools, Microsoft Office and Project, databases, and in-house documentation management solutions.
3. Writing and editing content:
Writing, editing, and presenting information in clear and simple English and to fit with the agreed style, making sure the information is organized effectively.
Commissioning, coordinating, or preparing illustrations.
Indexing and cataloging material.
Copy-editing the work of colleagues within the organization.
4. Managing projects:
Planning and managing the authoring of the project.
Creating work schedules and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
5. Continuing professional development:
Keeping up to date with developments and trends in the industry and attending training courses as necessary.
Keeping up to date with legislation and energy/environmental directives.
Marketing and publicizing services and skills to potential clients.
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