Technical Writer - Fixed Term

Fisher Paykel Healthcare; Auckland; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee share purchase scheme

Bi-annual Profit share

Life, Critical illness and Income/Dis.

Discounted Health Insurance

Active social clubs & community groups

In-house training programs

Purchasing privileges for products

Banking and Insurance discounts

Free Parking

Beautiful campus with green spaces

Annual Salary Review

High rates of internal promotion

Access to state-of-the-art facilities

Job summary

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare is seeking a Technical Writer to join our team for an 18-month fixed-term contract in Auckland. You will create, maintain and improve product documentation for a regulated medical device portfolio and translate complex technical information into clear, compliant documents.

Collaborating with subject matter experts across development, clinical, regulatory and post-market activities, you’ll ensure accuracy, traceability and adherence to quality systems while supporting

Qualifications

• Experience creating complex technical documentation
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic document management systems
• Familiarity with medical device regulation and quality management systems

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain and improve product documentation
• Translate technical information into clear, concise, compliant documentation
• Collaborate with subject matter experts across product development, regulatory and post-market
• Ensure documentation meets regulatory requirements and quality systems

Skills

Technical writing

Documentation drafting

Attention to detail

Project management

Microsoft Office

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in science, engineering or related field

Tools

Electronic document management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the opportunity

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare prides itself on its relentless pursuit of healthcare innovation and we have an opportunity for you to be at the forefront of this as we expand the use of one of our key therapies, Optiflow.

We are seeking a technical writer to join our team for a fixed term of 18 months. You will play a key role in creating, maintaining and improving our product documentation. Operating in a highly regulated environment, your exceptional written and verbal communication skills will enable you to develop and maintain clear, accurate and compliant documentation that supports our product range throughout its lifecycle. Your collaboration with subject matter experts will enable you to gather technical information and translate it into clear and concise documentation supporting activities across product development, clinical, regulatory and post market.

About you

We are looking for applicants with a relevant tertiary qualification in science, engineering or related field. Prior experience as a technical writer is highly valued but not essential. Our ideal candidate also has:

• Experience creating complex technical documentation


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy


• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic document management systems


• Familiarity with medical device regulation and quality management systems

Working With Us

Care to join a supportive environment? Fisher & Paykel Healthcare foster an inclusive work environment founded on our culture of care and cooperation. Here you’ll have the trust and support to generate ideas, solve problems and do your best work.

• Employee share purchase scheme


• Bi-annual Profit share


• Life, Critical illness and Income Protection Insurance


• Discounted Health Insurance


• Active Social clubs & community groups


• In-house training programs from external providers


• Purchasing privileges for Fisher & Paykel Healthcare and Medela products


• Banking and Insurance discounts


• Free Parking


• Beautiful campus with green spaces


• Annual Salary Review


• High rates of internal promotion


• Access to state-of-the-art facilities

About Us

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare is a world leader in the design, manufacture, and marketing of medical devices, exporting to over 120 countries globally.

Our commitment to care unites us. Here, we’re driven to improve patient care and outcomes through inspired and world-leading healthcare solutions.

We focus on nurturing a positive and inclusive culture based on trust and respect. In New Zealand, our employee-led communities, Spectra (rainbow), Manaaki (Māori) and Women in Engineering play an important role in this culture. We also have a commitment to creating a positive lasting impact on society, shown by our support of New Zealand organisations such as Diversity Works NZ, Pride Pledge and Global Women.

We are dedicated to designing our recruitment process with care and empathy to support all candidates, regardless of identity, background, and experiences. Should you require support or adjustments during our process, please let us know at [e-mail]