Technical Writer

We are currently recruiting for a Technical Writer based in Manchester to join our client working on major rail & Infrastructure projects. This is a contract role for 9 months initially, the rate is £27/hr outside of IR35.

Responsibilities
● Reviews and edits all technical documents, to ensure that the emphasis, clarity, tone and ethos of the documents are consistent.
● Develops and owns a Report Writing and Style guide in line with established good practice, to be complied with by authors of all reports to be produced on the project
● Works with Client, Co-Client and Stakeholders to establish the appropriate format, conventions, styles and standards, for reports taking into consideration end user / audience requirements.
● Works with internal teams to obtain an in-depth understanding of the product and the documentation requirements
● Checks and proof reads all technical documents prior to final external issue to ensure compliance with style guide, good report writing practice, and company standards.
● Periodically carries out audits on documents in production by internal teams for compliance with Report Writing and Style guide and provide feedback to teams.
● Revise documents as new issues arise and communicate lessons learned across the team to drive a process of continuous improvement in the production of reports.
● Provide support to colleagues and serve as point of contact on all matters relating to report writing.
Person Specification and Experience
● Excellent command of the English language in both verbal and written skills.
● Experience proof reading documentation both on an individual basis and across multiple Work Packages to ensure consistency.
● Proactive personality with strong time management skills and able to work independently.
● Ability to deliver high quality documents and pay attention to detail.
● Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office – professional use of Microsoft Word.
● Degree in Technical Discipline, English, Communications or related subject preferred.

To apply for this opportunity please contact Andrew Johnson on 020 7419 5800 or apply online via the link below.
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