Technical Writer

Johnson Controls; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Marine industry seeks a Technical Writer to support documentation for military and commercial vessels. You'll create tailored technical documents, collaborate with clients, and contribute to contract management in a supportive team environment. Join our commitment to safety and career development.

Benefits

25 days holidays + Bank Holidays

Comprehensive benefits package

Career development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Access to training and resources

Qualifications

• Experience in technical writing for the Marine industry.
• Good knowledge of document control processes.
• Strong communication skills for client interactions.

Responsibilities

• Developing and managing technical documentation for various contracts.
• Participating in contract review meetings.
• Understanding client specifications and technical drawings.

Skills

Technical writing

Document Control

Client liaison

Interpreting technical specifications

Understanding technical drawings

Education

HNC/HND in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft standard packages

Job description

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Job Description

Working within the Global Marine and Navy business unit, you will provide technical writing support to JCI and our customers. The client portfolio includes UK and international navies, as well as commercial vessels such as cargo ships, tankers, ferries, and yachts. The role involves developing technical documentation across several contracts, tailored to the client’s specifications. Documents will cover a wide range of areas including mechanical, electrical, and environmental topics.

What we can offer

• 25 days holidays + Bank Holidays and sick pay
• Working hours: Mon – Thurs 8.30am-4.55pm and Fri 8.30am-3.30pm
• Comprehensive benefits package including 7% match pension, free life assurance, employee assistance program, employee referral scheme, employee discounts including high street brands, cycle to work scheme, and discount on Johnson Controls security products
• Extensive product and on-the-job/cross training opportunities with outstanding resources available
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Career development through various career ladders including Customer Service
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
• Access to business resource groups
• Training on our company values

How you will do it

• Understanding and interpreting client’s technical specifications
• Developing technical documents according to client specifications
• Participating in contract review meetings internally and with the client
• Providing general contract support to the Project Manager
• Preparing document transmittals and managing document control of the project
• Understanding and interpreting technical drawings such as P&ID’s to create Operating and Maintenance Manuals
• Interpreting Approval Authority rules and regulations

What we look for

• Liaising directly with the client and approval authorities
• Experience in interpreting client’s technical specifications
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft standard packages

Preferred qualifications and experience

• HNC/HND in Engineering
• Experience in Document Control
• Experience in the Marine Industry
• Experience with MoD contracts
• Experience in the Fire Protection or Fire Detection industry