Technical Writer

Ausenco; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ausenco, a leading company in consulting and project delivery, is seeking a Technical Writer for its Vancouver office. The role involves compiling technical reports, ensuring clarity in communication, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and extensive experience in technical writing, with a strong focus on detail and problem-solving skills. The company offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment that values individual growth and work-life balance.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Work-life balance with hybrid work model

Holistic wellness programs

Access to leadership mentoring

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional writing experience in technical writing or related fields.
• Thorough knowledge of technical editing and writing concepts.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the compilation and formatting of technical reports.
• Compile or write technical information and review document accuracy.
• Coordinate with project leaders and engineers for report content.

Skills

Technical writing

Editing

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications or business

Tools

MS Office

SharePoint

Job description

Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 26 offices in 15 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities.

Our team in Canada is growing, we are currently recruiting for a Technical Writer to join our Minerals & Metals Business line in the Vancouver office. At this time, we are seeking an energetic and enthusiastic person with above average knowledge of Word and a background in technical writing, who will be proactive, collaborative and detail-oriented.

About The Role

• Oversee the compilation and formatting of technical reports for clients, including scoping and feasibility studies prepared in accordance with standards such as Canadian NI 43-101, and Ausenco’s internal standards and guidelines
• Compile or write technical information or documentation, review accuracy of documents, and edit written materials.
• Develop procedures to ensure the smooth delivery of content from report authors with diverse experience in Word processing tools
• Co-ordinate and work with project leaders, engineers and geoscientists from multiple disciplines to ensure systematic technical and project terminology is used while creating report content
• Create internal procedural documentation
• Ensure technical verbiage is easy to understand for technical, and non-technical readers
• Review and edit reports for ‘one voice’
• Effectively coordinate and communicate with other disciplines and departments to accomplish project goals

About You

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, ideally in marketing, communications or business from a recognized college or university.
• 5+ years of professional writing experience in a relevant field such as technical writing, communications or proposal writing
• Thorough knowledge of technical editing and writing concepts and techniques, which includes writing clear, concise and simple sentences to explain difficult concepts
• Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as high levels of integrity, autonomy and self-motivation.
• Experience in engineering & construction industry, preferably in the mining sector
• Familiar with technical engineering terms and language
• Competency with MS Office and SharePoint is required
• Have a keen eye for detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to independently handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines and strict budgets.
• Strong creative problem-solving skills and an ability to come up with unique solutions, including using new or alternate technology to resolve complex problems
• A team player, who embraces the company culture, celebrates success and works well with people across the organization.

Why Ausenco?

We Support Individual Growth And Aim To Allow You To Work In a Way That Plays To Your Strengths. Beyond a Competitive Remuneration Package We Offer:

• Career advancement - Embark on a journey of continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities
• Work Life Balance – Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to balance office days with working from home; and progressive parental leave benefits to foster family needs and professional life
• Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access to confidential counselling, information services and a benefits program that supports your health & wellness
• Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable industry leaders who value your contribution.

Why Ausenco?

We Support Individual Growth And Aim To Allow You To Work In a Way That Plays To Your Strengths. Beyond a Competitive Remuneration Package We Offer:

• Career advancement - Embark on a journey of continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities
• Work Life Balance – Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to balance office days with working from home; and progressive parental leave benefits to foster family needs and professional life
• Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access to confidential counselling, information services and a benefits program that supports your health & wellness
• Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable industry leaders who value your contribution.

Our people don’t settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition.

We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.

As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.

Salary range: $75,000 - $100,000

Expected Salary: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as qualifications, relevant years of experience, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Join us and work a better way.