Temporary Technical Author

Triumph Motorcycles; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorcycle manufacturer in Hinckley is seeking a Technical Author to produce and maintain essential technical documentation. This role involves creating manuals and liaising with departments to meet customer demands. Ideal candidates should have a strong automotive background and proficiency in Microsoft Packages. The position offers competitive benefits and a chance to be part of an iconic brand's journey.

Benefits

Enhanced holiday scheme

Employee benefits platform

Discount on motorcycle clothing and accessories

Qualifications

• Hands-on background in automotive or similar industries.
• Able to explain complex technical solutions to non-technical customers.

Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain technical documentation for products.
• Liaise with other departments and external suppliers.
• Update department procedures as required.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Packages

Problem analysis

Communication

Education

Maths and English GCSE grade C or above

Job description

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The Original British Motorcycling Company.

At Triumph, we are driven to make the best motorcycles in the world. Building iconic motorcycles that celebrate our past whilst embracing the future - through bold design, original styling, purposeful engineering and a genuine passion for the ride.

Job role overview: This is a fantastic opportunity to join our Design Team on a 12-month FTC. The successful candidate will be responsible for the production and maintenance of technical documentation for all of our products, publication of documentation to print and online platforms. Technical documentation includes operation manuals, repair and maintenance instructions, assembly instructions, setup guides, technical bulletins and service bulletins.

Company benefits: A variety of competitive benefits, including an enhanced holiday scheme, employee benefits platform and a favourable life assurance scheme. Motorcycle, clothing and accessories are available to purchase at a heavily discounted rate

Technical Author duties and responsibilities include:

• The production and maintenance of owner’s handbooks, service manuals and other technical documentation as required, including the identification and development of new document types to meet changing customer demands.
• To liaise with other Triumph Departments and external suppliers.
• To assist in creating & updating department procedures if required.
• To complete all the above responsibilities to agreed timescales and with minimal supervision.

Technical Author requirements:

• Maths and English GCSE grade C or above.
• Hands-on background in automotive or similar industries.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Packages including Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Able to analyse and simplify complex problems and explain complex technical solutions to non-technical customers.

Hours of work: Monday to Friday 39 hours per week.

Full details of the job description and person specification can be found in the downloadable job files. Come and apply today! An iconic place to work; join us for the ride!