Technical Author - Contract
Location: Dungeness, UK (On-site, 4-day week)
Contract: 24 months, IR35 in scope
Rate: £51.89 per hour (Umbrella)
Security Clearance: BPSS requiredWe are looking for a skilled Technical Author to join a multi-disciplinary engineering team on-site. You will be responsible for creating, managing, and maintaining accurate project documentation and close-out records, supporting the delivery of complex industrial projects. This is a hands-on role requiring attention to detail, strong document management, and the ability to work closely with engineers, contractors, and stakeholders.Key Responsibilities:Produce, format, and manage technical and project documentation, ensuring high-quality outputsCollate, archive, and maintain project records, including Close Out documentsSupport project execution plans, design, commissioning, and handover activitiesReview and approve contractors' work instructions, method statements, and risk assessmentsLiaise with system engineers and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycleMaintain site configuration control and ensure compliance with company and national engineering standardsProvide technical supervision where required and support quality, health, safety, and environmental practicesIdentify project functional requirements and support the development of fit-for-purpose engineering solutionsEssential Requirements:HNC, degree, or equivalent (NQF Level 5/6) in a relevant engineering disciplineExperience in a practising mechanical or electrical engineering role on industrial plantNuclear or conventional project engineering experienceCompetent in creating and managing Close Out documents and archiving project recordsStrong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; expert in document formattingCompetence in Power BI and AI skills would be advantageousQuality control mindset with the ability to identify and close gaps in project documentationTeam player capable of working effectively in a multi-disciplined project teamExperience liaising with suppliers, contractors, and internal functions to ensure project documentation is completeThis is a full-time, on-site role offering the opportunity to work on complex, high-value projects while gaining exposure to a variety of engineering disciplines and project delivery activities.
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