Technical Writer

Acorn by Synergie; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK seeks a Technical Author / Writer to finalize and manage service-related documentation for a global manufacturing client in Portsmouth. The role demands strong attention to detail, a relevant degree, and familiarity with industry standards such as ISO and cGMP. This temporary full-time position offers an excellent benefits package including holidays, free parking, and a secure working environment.

Benefits

34 days' holiday after 12 weeks

Free on-site parking

Subsidised on-site canteen

Secure working environment

Excellent benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years relevant experience in technical documentation.
• Familiarity with ISO, cGMP, GDP standards.
• Experience working in project teams.

Responsibilities

• Finalise service-related documents with technical content.
• Ensure documentation meets regulatory and quality requirements.
• Monitor document release and updates in internal systems.

Skills

Document management

Technical writing

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Engineering, Life Science, or Language Processing

Job description

Technical Author / Writer

Location: Portsmouth | Salary: £30,000-£35,000 per annum | Availability: Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours per week | Status: Temporary | Location: On-site

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is currently seeking an experienced Technical Author / Writer for their client, a leading global manufacturing and engineering company, within the Global Service Readiness Engineering Team based in Portsmouth.

This is a full-time, temporary opportunity to work within a forward-thinking organisation that values collaboration, innovation, and quality.

Key Duties

• Finalise service-related documents using content provided by Service Readiness Engineers.
• Ensure documentation meets quality, technical, and regulatory requirements (ISO, cGMP, GDP, EHS).
• Standardise documentation to improve readability and support global Field Service teams.
• Support Global Service Readiness Engineers with document lifecycle management.
• Track and monitor document releases and updates within internal platforms.
• Transfer and create technical content into standard formats using a Component Content Management System (CCMS).
• Monitor document review and approval processes and publish approved documentation to central repositories.
• Report document status and identify risks throughout the documentation lifecycle.

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering, Life Science, Language Processing, or at least 2 years' relevant experience.
• Familiarity with ISO, cGMP, GDP, and quality systems related to design control and product release.
• Experience working within project teams and meeting deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of the English language.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

What We Offer

• 34 days' holiday after 12 weeks, including bank holidays.
• Free on-site parking.
• Subsidised on-site canteen.
• Secure and safe working environment.
• Excellent benefits package for temporary and permanent staff.

Interested? Apply now or contact Stuart at the Acorn by Synergie Truro branch.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.