Document Author

Rullion; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

EDF Energy is seeking a Document Author to support the Pre-Operations team for the HPC project in Bridgwater. The role focuses on producing, reviewing and formatting operational documentation across procedures, work instructions and guides, ensuring compliance with standards.

The position is contract-based with three days on site and a lifespan extending to approximately 31 December 2027, contributing to readiness of the future operating organisation for Hinkley Point C.

Qualifications

• Experience in writing, editing and proofreading technical documents.
• Experience using Word, Excel and Visio.
• Knowledge of information security and records management.

Responsibilities

• Write, edit and proofread operational documents.
• Collate and verify information from multiple sources.
• Create and edit pictures/diagrams and use software to present information.
• Coordinate with translator services and perform quality checks.

Skills

Word

Excel

Visio

Information Security

Records Management

Self-motivated

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Tools

Translator services

Job description

Document Author (CR/356950) Bridgwater, England

Role: Document Author

Position: Contract

Days on Site: 3

Duration: Approx until 31 st Dec 2027

Job Purpose

Support the Pre-Operations team in the development of the Operational Documentation required for an Operational HPC. The Document Author shall be responsible for assisting in the production of operational documentation, through all stages of the document’s lifecycle.

HPC is one of four EPR Technology Power Stations and has close links to EDF’s Energy’s existing nuclear business. As part of the development of the HPC Strategy it is important that we embedded the lessons learned from the other EPR Technology Power Stations and EDF’s Energy’s existing nuclear business.

• The role is based within the Operational Capability programme, part of Pre-Operations function, which is a part of the HPC project.
• The role of the Pre-Operations function is to ensure that the future operating organisation, including people, working arrangements, equipment, facilities and documents are ready for when Hinkley Point C starts generating electricity.
• The Pre-Operations function is split into four different areas at present, led by a Programme Manager.
• These programmes are:
• Operate the Plant (i.e. control room operations, plant operating instructions)
• Technical and Safety (i.e. chemistry, environment, radiological protection)

The incumbent will be responsible for writing and reviewing specialist operational documentation, including but not limited to procedures, department instruction, work instructions, guides and forms. They are responsible for producing documents that are compliant with company and industry standards, that are user friendly and consistent.

Principal Accountabilities

• Writing, editing and proofreading text.
• Collating and verifying information.
• Copying text from multiple sources into a single document.
• Creating and editing pictures and diagrams.
• Using a variety of software applications to present the information.
• Work with translator services.
• Check written documents for the following;
  • Compliance with writer’s guide
  • Process / procedure / other documentation interfaces
  • If multiple levels of Quality checks are needed

Knowledge & Skills

• Experience in the preparation and formatting of documents, containing a blend of media for example; text, diagrams, Images tables, etc.
• Experience using Word, Excel and Visio
• Knowledge of Error reduction techniques
• Ability to work as a self-motivated and proactive individual
• Knowledge of Information Security Classification
• Knowledge of Information Security Management
• Knowledge of Records Management

Qualifications & Experience

• GCSE/National Qualification standards (or equivalent), qualifications that include “c” and above grade passes in English and Mathematics will have an advantage.
• Experience using human performance error prevention tools.
• Experience of document and record management
• Experience of working within a Management System
• Experience of working within a project organisation
• An awareness of technical French and conversational level of spoken French language

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