Technical Writer

2 weeks ago


Cockburn, Australia Synergy AU Full time

The time to join Synergy has never been more exciting because you'll be helping us to deliver on our commitment towards becoming a net zero carbon emission business by 2050.


We are investing $3 billion in large-scale renewables development and creating unlimited opportunities for our people to contribute to the growth of innovative solutions in our operations as we invest.

This is your chance to help us transform the energy industry and build a more sustainable future for Western Australia.

Synergy is proud to be Western Australia's largest electricity generator and energy retailer. We deliver secure electricity to homes and businesses throughout the Southwest Interconnected System (SWIS) from Coral Bay in the north, to Kalgoorlie in the east, and to Esperance in the south

Click here to discover more about how Western Australia's energy landscape is evolving to become more sustainable.

Role Summary:


The Technical Writer is an exciting opportunity in our Digital and Technology business unit based at our Cockburn & Kwinana sites.

The Technical Writer role works within the Process Safety & Asset Management (PSAM) framework and leads the technical writing function at Pinjar, Cockburn & Kwinana and is a site-based role with travel to key sites required

Key responsibilities of the role include:

  • The Technical writer drives the creation of a documentation, methodology and framework.
  • Interpret, analyse & produce technical documentation for site assets following Process Safety & Asset Management principles
  • Work with Engineering, Project Teams, and other key stakeholders to gather data for creation or revision of technical asset documentation such as Safe Work Instructions, Station Instructions, Plant Operating Instructions and Maintenance Procedures essential to ensure correct risk management for front line workers to carry out their daytoday tasks
  • Produce, update and workflow (standard review and approval process) documentation associated with all aspects of Thermal Generation assets

What you'll bring:

  • 35 years in a power station, heavy industry, or engineering environment
  • Extensive experience architecting complex site documents and documentation sets, information design and structured authorising
  • Demonstrates highlevel process analysis and technical writing skills and experience in translating complex technical information.
  • A strong track record in delivering high quality technical writing documents.
  • The ability to learn complex drafting and engineering concepts quickly and explain with clarity and technical accuracy.

What we offer:

Working for an employer of choice also means you will enjoy:

  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Purchased Annual Leave
  • Best practice parental leave
  • Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance where applicable
Click here for a full list of our benefits

Every Voice Matters
Our employees have a choice to work for Synergy and it's a choice we respect and value.

In addition to our focus on creating a greener future, Synergy is committed to its 'people first' culture and providing an exceptional place to work where our people experience a sense of belonging and have opportunities to learn and grow.



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