Technical Author

Russell Taylor Group; Aldermaston; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in nuclear waste management is seeking a Technical Author for a contract position based in Aldermaston. This role involves creating and reviewing technical documents, with hybrid working arrangements. Candidates should have relevant education and experience, particularly in regulated industries. The salary is £40 to £45 per hour, with additional benefits and a 9-day fortnight schedule.

Benefits

Hybrid working (1-2 days on site)

9 day fortnight

Qualifications

• Proven ability to create and originate technical documentation.
• Experience working on infrastructure projects in a regulated industry.
• Experience in radiological processing or waste handling environments.

Responsibilities

• Creating technical documents including method statements and risk assessments.
• Reviewing and editing documents for accuracy.
• Supporting bids, tenders, and technical meetings.

Skills

Technical writing

Document management

Attention to detail

MS Office

Education

ONC or equivalent in engineering or communication

Job description

Overview

Technical Author — Contract position. Location: Aldermaston. Hybrid working (Calleva Park / Hybrid). Start date: 2025-09-18. Salary: £40 - £45 per hour. Benefits: Outside IR35.

What will you be doing?

• Creating technical documents (method statements, risk assessments, change control).
• Reviewing and editing documents for accuracy.
• Organising and presenting technical information clearly.
• Managing and storing documentation for easy access.
• Working with project teams, suppliers, and clients to provide input.
• Supporting bids, tenders, and technical meetings.

Where will you be doing it?

Our client is a leading company within the nuclear waste management and decommissioning field.

What you'll need

• Educated to ONC or equivalent level in engineering, communication, or a related subject.
• Proven ability to create and originate technical documentation for procedures, instructions, or justifications.
• Experience working on infrastructure projects within a regulated industry (nuclear experience desirable).
• Experience of radiological processing or waste handling environments (guideline of 4 years).
• Experience of AWE 804 system is an advantage.
• Competent in MS Office.
• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload.
• Strong attention to detail, copy-editing, and technical writing skills.

Benefits

• Hybrid working (1-2 days on site).
• 37.5 hours per week.
• 9 day fortnight.

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