• Listed: 01 June 2019
  • Closes: 12 August 2019
  • Hornby Christchurch
  • Contract - fixed term
  • Wyma Solutions

Technical Writer required to assist in the creation of high-quality technical documentation for our post-harvest handling & processing equipment.

About us

Wyma is a leading engineering company that designs, manufactures and distributes innovative solutions for the fresh produce sector. We have a global reach and we're continuing a positive period of growth and development in our key markets of Europe, North America and Australia. Visit our website at https://www.wymasolutions.com/

Responsibilities will include

Working as part of the Engineering team, the Technical Writer will work closely with Subject Matter Experts across the business to author technical and product documentation:

  • Collaborating with SMEs to produce, review & maintain product information documentation, user manuals, and online content.
  • Creating quality graphics and video that enhance interest and technical comprehension.
  • Simplify written content of product manuals to ensure efficient and effective translations
  • Facilitate the translation of technical documents into appropriate languages.

Skills required

  • Ability to communicate information and ideas clearly, concisely and correctly, in written and oral form, for technical and non-technical readers.
  • Proficiency in creating graphical content for print and online output.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word & Adobe Creative suite.
  • Excellent time management skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines in a multi-tasking environment.
  • tt would be a bonus to have knowledge of Information Mapping and experience in Madcap Flare and single-sourcing concepts.

Experience

A tertiary level qualification in technical writing / communication, or equivalent experience (ideally in engineering, product development or manufacturing).

Please email your CV with a covering letter directly to Teresa.

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