Description
We are currently recruiting for a Technical Writing Specialist Asset Engineering on a permanent basis. This role will be based within the Essential Energy footprint with the ability to work from home in a hybrid work environment.
About the Role
As the Technical Writing Specialist Asset Engineering you will be responsible for producing clear accurate and accessible documentation and technical communications that supports the safe and compliant operation of Essential Energy's electrical distribution network assets.
You'll work closely with subject matter experts across engineering compliance and field operations to ensure documentation reflects current practices and regulatory requirements. Your work will support operational excellence training and continuous improvement by aligning documentation with asset lifecycle management ISO standards and industry best practice.
Key responsibilities
Developing and maintaining technical documentation including standards procedures manuals and specifications.
Ensuring documentation aligns with ISO
Managing documentation lifecycle including version control and accessibility.
Creating and publishing asset related technical communications including visual tools to support technical and non-technical audiences.
Conducting peer reviews and quality checks to ensure consistency and accuracy.
Supporting training initiatives through the development of user guides and onboarding materials.
Driving continuous improvement using structured authoring methodologies (e.g. DITA) and automation tools.
About You
You are a detail-oriented communicator with a passion for translating complex technical information into clear user-friendly documentation. You bring experience in technical writing within engineering or utilities and a strong understanding of electrical distribution systems and asset management. Your ability to engage with stakeholders and manage multiple documentation projects makes you a valuable contributor to the team.
Qualifications
Advanced Diploma in Business or demonstrated capability through past employment experience.
Why Essential Energy
Essential Energy provides employees with a broad range of employee benefits through our corporate partnerships with organisations such as Qantas, Optus nib and Mildura Health Fund. You will also gain access to our Health and Wellbeing programmes including Fitness Passport. Visit our employee benefits page for more information.
We are proud to be recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women.
An energy network doesn't just keep the lights on; it's a living network that needs to adapt to new and emerging energy generation technologies while still meeting the energy needs of customers.
It requires innovation, commitment and collaboration to bring people together to solve the energy delivery challenges of the modern world.
Your potential will be realised and you'll feel a real sense of purpose and satisfaction knowing you have a pivotal role to play in delivering the energy of the future to the people who need it today.
For further information please contact Daniel Saw, Manager Engineering Management System.
Applications close on Sunday 9 November at 11 : 55pm.
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Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : Years
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Technical Specialist • Australia