Technical Writer

5 days ago


Canberra n Capital Territory, Australia ADL Group Australia Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Technical Writers (x2)


• Contract duration: months


• Location of work: Canberra/Hybrid; Remote


• Application closing date: Monday, 24 November 2025


• Security Clearance: NV1 or higher


• Estimated start date: Monday, 02 February 2026

Our federal government client, the Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade (DFAT) is seeking 2x experienced Technical Writers to support the Digital Uplift Program (DUP) based on identified Work Packages. The role is primarily required to either develop from scratch, and/or reverse re-engineer existing high-level design documentation.

Selection Criteria

Essential

  1. Proven technical writing experience.

  2. Collaboration and stakeholder engagement.

  3. Attention to detail and quality.

  4. Knowledge of government policies and standards.

  5. Current active NV1 security clearance.

Desirable

  1. Experience in organisational change.

  2. User-centred design knowledge.

  3. Process improvement.

  4. Technical aptitude.


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