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Technical Author: S1000D & XML Documentation Expert

Yolk Recruitment Ltd

Stevenage

On-site

GBP 45,000 - 55,000

Full time

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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
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.
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