Technical Writer Contractor - NZQA

Alpha Personnel Recruitment Ltd; Auckland; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Auckland is seeking an experienced Technical Writer to lead the development of a Healthcare Security Training Programme. This 9-month contract role requires strong expertise in NZQA frameworks and a proven background in technical writing. The successful candidate will work closely with subject matter experts to create standards-compliant training materials that support safety in healthcare environments.

Qualifications

• Proven experience developing training aligned to NZQA Level 3 and/or 4 Unit Standards.
• In-depth knowledge of NZQA processes, including qualification development and accreditation pathways.
• Strong technical writing background in vocational or workplace training contexts.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of specialised training aligned with NZQA frameworks.
• Align training material with NZQA Level 4 Unit Standards.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to create structured learning material.

Skills

Technical writing

NZQA frameworks knowledge

Collaboration with SMEs

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Technical Writer contractor with a strong background in NZQA frameworks to lead the development of our specialised Healthcare Security Training Programme. Starting in November, this 9-month contract role is a unique opportunity to shape sector-specific, nationally recognised training that will directly contribute to the safety and competence of security personnel working in healthcare settings.

Location & Details

Location: Auckland - Central. Job Type: Contract. Based in Grafton. Ref# CE556749. Posted 10 October 2025. Close off 22 October 2025.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead development of specialised training aligned with NZQA frameworks and current standards.
• Align our current training material with NZQA Level 4 Unit Standards while laying the groundwork for a future Level 3 Certificate.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to translate specialised knowledge into structured, standards-compliant learning material.

About You

• Proven experience developing training aligned to NZQA Level 3 and/or 4 Unit Standards. NZQA experience is a must.
• In-depth knowledge of NZQA processes, including qualification development and accreditation pathways.
• A strong technical writing background, with experience in vocational or workplace training contexts.
• The ability to work closely with SMEs and translate specialised knowledge into structured, standards-compliant learning material.
• Previous exposure to the healthcare, security, or protective services sectors (advantageous but not essential).

Why This Role Matters

Our Protective Services team plays a vital role in ensuring safety within healthcare environments. However, they currently lack access to formal, NZQA-recognised training tailored to their specialist roles. This project will bridge that gap, supporting a safe and competent workforce by delivering sector-specific, standardised training that leads to formal qualifications.

If you have the technical writing expertise and NZQA knowledge to take this training programme to the next level, we’d love to hear from you.

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