Technical Writer — Standards & Drafting Lead

Standards Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

People Perks

Job summary

Standards Australia is seeking a capable technical writer to support the development and drafting of Standards and related documents across a wide range of subject areas, working closely with stakeholders to ensure clear, logical presentation of technical content.

You will lead the drafting team through reviews of public comments, align content with Standards Australia Guides and House Style, and help deliver high-quality documents within project timelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in technical writing.
• Familiar with technical writing processes and principles.
• Experience managing conflict and delivering customer excellence.
• Experience facilitating meetings and managing competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop content for draft Australian Standards and other documents across all project stages.
• Have accountability for the working draft.
• Develop drafts in consultation with technical experts.
• Interpret verbal and written technical content for the intended audience.
• Ensure structure and language align with Standards Australia Guides, Procedures and House Style.
• Address feedback from the Publishing Services team.
• Lead the Drafting Team in reviewing Public Comments on the working draft.
• Collaborate with committee members to facilitate discussions and manage issues.
• Work with Project Managers and Publishing Services to develop high-quality documents.
• Ensure projects are delivered within timeframes and scope.
• Develop the drafting schedule with the Project Manager and Technical Writer.

Skills

Technical writing

Stakeholder collaboration

Meeting facilitation

Prioritization

Education

Tertiary qualifications or relevant experience

Job description

Standards Australia is seeking a capable technical writer to support the development and drafting of Standards and related documents across a wide range of subject areas, working closely with stakeholders to ensure clear, logical presentation of technical content.

You will lead the drafting team through reviews of public comments, align content with Standards Australia Guides and House Style, and help deliver high-quality documents within project timelines.