Technical Writer

5 days ago


Melbourne, Australia FinXL Full time

**Job details**:

- Posted 13 February 2025
- SalaryNegotiable
- LocationMelbourne
- Job type Contract
- DisciplineData & Analytics
- Reference90M0662676_1739424493

**Job description**:
**Job Ad: Technical Writer (12-Month Contract)**

**Location(s)**: Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra, Brisbane, Adelaide
**Work Conditions**: Flexible (Hybrid options available)
**Duration**: 12 Months
**Clearance Level Required**: Baseline / NV1/NV2

We are seeking an experienced **Technical Writer** to join our team on a 12-month contract. As a Technical Writer, you will be responsible for writing, editing, and maintaining a range of technical documentation, including user manuals, API documentation, process guides, knowledge bases, and training materials.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Write and maintain clear, concise, and user-friendly technical documents for diverse audiences (developers, engineers, and end-users).
- Translate complex technical concepts into accessible language, ensuring understanding across all skill levels.
- Develop operational procedures and ensure accurate documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
- Implement documentation best practices, including indexing, tagging, and search optimization to enhance content accessibility.
- Ensure all documentation complies with defence writing standards, style guides, and industry best practices.
- Collaborate with internal teams to gather information and deliver high-quality documentation.

**Skills & Capabilities**:

- Proven experience in writing and maintaining technical documents.
- Ability to simplify and communicate complex technical concepts effectively.
- Strong knowledge of documentation best practices and content management techniques.
- Familiarity with documentation tools such as Confluence, Markdown, or Git (desired).
- Adherence to defence writing standards and other industry guidelines (must-have).

**Requirements**:

- Ability to work collaboratively in a flexible and hybrid working environment.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

If you are a detail-oriented technical writer with a passion for creating accessible, high-quality documentation and have the skills outlined above, we'd love to hear from you


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