Technical Author

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a Technical Author for a 12-month role in Stevenage, paying £43 per hour. The position involves writing technical documentation according to MoD standards and requires experience with SGML, XML, and tools like Arbortext Epic. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively. This role covers the entire product lifecycle from design to support, making it diverse and impactful.

Qualifications

• Experienced in producing technical documentation following MoD publication standards.
• Able to work independently and manage scheduling.
• Demonstrates writing ability for complex new content.

Responsibilities

• Write technical documentation in SGML, XML, and traditional formats.
• Ensure equipment operates safely and effectively.
• Cover whole product lifecycle from design to in-service support.

Skills

Technical documentation production

Knowledge of MoD publication standards

Communication with ILS Managers

Independence in project ownership

Ability to support multiple projects

Education

HND/HNC or equivalent in engineering

Tools

Arbortext Epic

Common Source Data Bases (CSDB)

Job description

TECHNICAL AUTHOR - INSIDE IR35 - VIA UMBRELLA - £43 PER HOUR - SC CLEARED - 12 MONTHS - Stevenage - TWO STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS

Yolk Recruitment are recruiting a Technical Author to join our client on an initial 12 month deal from Stevenage with likely extensions thereafter.

Responsibilities

• To write technical documentation in Standard Generalised Mark-up Language (SGML), Extensible Mark‑up Language (XML) and traditional formats for the Company’s products in accordance with individual contractual requirements
• To enable safe and effective operation and repair of the equipment.
• The role covers the whole product lifecycle through design, development and in‑service support.

Skillset/experience required

• Experienced in the production of technical documentation with a detailed knowledge of MoD publication standards ASD S1000D and AESP.
• Ideally qualified to HND/HNC or equivalent level in an engineering related subject or ex‑forces senior technician.
• Knowledge of SGML editing software (Arbortext Epic), Common Source Data Bases (CSDB for S1000D) and Desktop Publishing systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively with ILS Managers and Design Engineers.
• Ability to work independently, taking ownership for packages of work in terms of scheduling and status reporting in order to meet Company and Customer expectations.
• Demonstrate a writing ability for new, complex and original work.
• Able to support more than one project at a time.