Technical Author

Our client, based in Aberdeenshire is currently recruiting a Technical Author to join their project team on a permanent (staff) basis.

ROLE:

• This is a hands-on documentation role for someone who understands technical contents and enjoys working across departments to produce accurate, complete, and high-quality project documentation.
• You will be responsible for creating, managing and delivering technical documentation packages for client projects ensuring all documentation meets company standards, customer specification and regulatory requirements.
• This role suits someone detailed and technically minded, who takes ownership of their work and can confidently coordinate with internal teams and external suppliers to get documentation completed on time.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Produce, compile and maintain all project related technical documentation (e.g. test procedures, data sheets, design specification compliance, certification packs, quality plans and project dossiers)
• Liaise daily with Engineering, Procurement, and Project Management teams to gather, review, and finalize documentation requirements.
• Ensure documentation complies with the relevant standards (ATEX, DNV, CE, etc)
• Act as a point of contact for documentation queries both internally and with clients
• Support continuous improvement in documentation processes, templates and control systems
• Ensure timely delivery of final documentation packages to clients
• Perform any other documentation related tasks or project support functions as required by the company to ensure successful project delivery and compliance.

REQIREMENTS:

• Minimum two years’ experience in technical documentation, project engineering, or document control within the offshore, oil & gas, or engineering sectors
• Strong understanding of engineering documentation types and their technical purpose
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications
• Confident communicator able to liaise across multiple departments to gather and verify information
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to manage workload across several projects simultaneously

Desirable

• Experience with offshore lifting equipment or mechanical handling systems
• Knowledge of industry standards (e.g., DNV-ST-E273, LOLER, PUWER)
• HNC/HND or equivalent in Engineering, Technical Communication, or a related discipline