Technical Author

Technical Author Westhill with Hybrid Working Full-Time, Permanent

Please note that this role requires security checks.

• Creating and amending OMs, MMs, BRs and AILs.

• Using Microsoft Word, Adobe FrameMaker and Adobe Acrobat software.

• Sourcing technical content for inclusion in manuals by liaison with engineering, production, and external suppliers when necessary.

• Liaising with drafting staff to produce graphical content for inclusion in manuals.

• Taking photos for inclusion in documents.

• Producing deliverables to client requirements including printed matter, Adobe PDF, etc.

• Using JFD documentation templates.

• Following the JFD documentation style.

• Filing document creation and amendment details within the Product Lifecycle Management System (PLM). Our Document Management System (DMS).

• Creating Engineering Change Notes when amending documents to adhere to the Engineering Change Control Process.

• Technical writing qualification or equivalent industry experience.

• Mechanical and/or Electrical background.

• Experience of producing documents for companies in the defence, diving or marine sectors.

• Significant document design and production skills.

• Highly skilled in generating and checking documentation and company publications.

• Highly skilled in the use of documentation packages such as Microsoft Word, Adobe FrameMaker and Adobe Acrobat.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Word templates and styles.

• Knowledge in the use of graphical packages.

• Knowledge of industry standards for documentation. For example, S1000D, ASD-STE100 and Defence Standard 00-601.

• Knowledge of current and soon to be released documentation packages and add-ons.

• Flexible for travel to local or overseas sites if required.

• Experience with DMSs.

• Early finish on Fridays

• Competitive salary and benefits package aligned with experience (Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance, Cycle to work scheme, Company Pension, etc.)

• Clear pathways for career development and organisational visibility

• Inclusive and supportive culture that values individual contributions

• Meaningful work with impact across safety, innovation, and global operations

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James Fisher Defence (JFD), part of the James Fisher Group, is a global leader in underwater capability, delivering cutting-edge diving, submarine rescue, and hyperbaric solutions to both commercial and defence markets.

Operating worldwide, JFD is the foremost provider of submarine rescue services and a trusted name in submarine escape training.

We’re also at the forefront of hyperbaric rescue innovation and a leading supplier of advanced diving equipment and saturation systems across the industry.

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