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Technical Author

Pertemps Gloucester
Posted 17 days ago, valid for 6 days
Location

Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire GL20 8QW

Salary

£32,000 - £38,400 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • Seeking an experienced Technical Author to create and update essential technical documentation for various audiences.
  • The role is based in Tewkesbury and offers a full-time position with a salary of £40,000.
  • Candidates should have proven technical writing expertise and experience in regulated environments, ideally with a military or industrial background.
  • Key responsibilities include developing technical publications and collaborating with engineering teams to ensure quality and compliance.
  • The position includes benefits such as an annual bonus, discounted gym membership, and 26 days of holiday, increasing with length of service.
Seeking an experienced Technical Author to produce and update essential technical documentation across various systems and formats for both technical and non-technical audiences. This is a critical role within a forward-thinking organisation that powers secure communications, industrial computing, imaging technology, and more. As a Technical Author, you will support engineering and operational teams by developing precise, user-friendly documentation to ensure products operate safely and reliably in challenging environments.Location: TewkesburyEmployment Type:Full-Time Monday-Friday Hours:38 Hours per weekSalary: £40,000Holiday entitlement: 26 days + Bank holidays- Increasing with length of service.Benefits: Annual Bonus, Discounted Gym membership, Retail & Travel discount scheme and much more!Key Responsibilities
  • Interpret complex technical information from various sources to create clear, accurate documentation.
  • Develop and maintain technical publications, including theory of operations, troubleshooting guides, schematic diagrams, and installation procedures.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to produce illustrative materials and ensure quality and consistency.
  • Conduct reviews, validate technical publications, and ensure compliance with industry standards and military specifications.
  • Support technical publication development across maintenance, retrofit, and repair requirements.
The Ideal CandidateWe are looking for someone with:
  • You have an ability to understand and interpret technical products to both a technical and non-technical audience
  • Proven technical writing expertise with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to simplify complex concepts.
  • Proficiency in technical authoring tools and software.
  • Experience in regulated environments, ideally within military or industrial sectors.
  • Strong collaboration skills and an eagerness to work inclusively across teams to drive quality and precision.
Preferred Skills (Not Required)
  • Background in Engineering, ideally an HND or above in Electronic Engineering.
  • Familiarity with technical formats like Data Modules, Component Maintenance Manuals, and Interactive Electronic Technical Publications.
  • Experience of working with recognised industry standard technical publishing software.
This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to projects at the forefront of technology, in an environment that values safety, innovation, and professional growth.Apply now to be part of something extraordinary!Please contact Hattie at Pertemps Gloucester for further information

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