Technical Author

Logistic Solutions Australasia; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Flexible workplace locations

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Logistic Solutions Australasia – Melbourne VIC is seeking a Technical Author to collate, develop, and author technical publications for Defence and Defence Industry clients. You will work with clients to ensure standards and processes deliver accurate materials.

Day-to-day tasks include understanding project doc requirements, meetings on technical issues, writing in S1000D/S2000M environments and producing materials per client policies. A Defence clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Engineering background in large projects, preferably Defence.
• Extensive experience writing engineering documents.
• Experience with high-resolution image capture/manipulation.
• Tertiary technical qualifications (e.g. engineering).
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to travel internationally and interstate.
• Eligible to obtain Australian Government Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of client projects and documentation requirements.
• Conduct meetings to discuss technical issues with clients and colleagues.
• Work in a structured S1000D or S2000M writing environment.
• Produce documentation per client standards and templates.
• Revise and update instructions, collaborating with teams as needed.

Skills

Engineering exp

Technical writing

Image capture

Tertiary qualification

MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Travel readiness

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Relevant tertiary technical qualifications

Tools

S1000D/S2000M

Job description

Logistic Solutions Australasia – Melbourne VIC

As a Technical Author with LSAust, you will be responsible for the collation, development, authoring and logistic support advice for the production and maintenance of technical publications for both Defence and Defence Industry clients. You will work closely with your clients to establish and agree to quality standards and processes to ensure that all delivered material is relevant and accurate to their needs.

As a Technical Author, you can anticipate some of your day-to-day tasks to include:

• Develop a thorough understanding of your assigned client’s projects and the documentation requirements;
• Conduct meetings with clients, colleagues and managers to discuss technical issues related to documentation;
• Operate in a structured S1000D or S2000M writing environment;
• Produce technical documentation in accordance with client’s standards, style guidance and publication policies while utilising templates, tools and applications supplied by the client; and
• Revise, edit and update instructions, technical information and frequently collaborate as necessary;

About your new team

The Logistic Solutions Australasia team are primarily based out of modern office close to Melbourne CBD. They are a small tight-knit team that work closely with “above the line” (Defence) and “below the line” (Defence Industry) clients, ensuring that they are enabled to operate and maintain military equipment both in acquisition and sustainment.

Taking Responsibility

Our values of Safety, Partnership, Openness, Respect and Trust (SPORT) supports our team members to create a workplace environment where our employees value each other, live up to their promises, communicate openly and work safely every day.

The experience and skillset best suited to this role includes:

• Experience in an Engineering environment within large projects (preferably Defence and/or Defence Industry);
• Extensive experience in writing quality documents for engineering activities;
• Experience in high resolution digital image capture and manipulation;
• Relevant tertiary technical qualifications (i.e. Mechanical Trade, Bachelor of Engineering, etc.)
• Strong MS Office skillset with emphasis on word, excel and powerpoint;
• Ability to travel internationally and interstate, when required; and
• Eligibility to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance (Australian Citizenship required).

What we offer you

• We believe people thrive when supported to succeed professionally and personally.
• Strong links to the global Rheinmetall community;
• Access to exclusive employee discounts with over 500 retailers to support cost of living;
• Flexibility in workplace settings offering opportunities to work in multiple locations;
• Employee Assistance Program to support our employees and their family’s overall wellbeing.
• We encourage candidates to discuss any flexible requirements during the interview process.

Our inclusive culture

LSA recognises the strength that comes with employee diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive work environment where each employee is treated fairly and respectfully. Diversity is critical to our ability to work successfully as a team regardless of borders, language or culture. Our workforce includes employees of varying gender, age, race and ethnicity, professional and cultural background.

Veterans are always encouraged to apply for roles at LSA where they can bring select skills and expertise to the delivery of products and services for our customer.

Next steps

This role requires a Defence clearance, only Australian Citizens are eligible.

This role is subject to ITAR (International Traffic Arms Regulations), your nationality may affect eligibility.

Further information regarding clearances found at https://www.defence.gov.au/security/clearances

Diverse perspectives drive value – for clients, people, and communities. Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply.

Applications close: 30th of November 2026