At a Glance
- Tasks: Create clear, user-friendly maintenance documentation from complex technical data.
- Company: Join a growing engineering environment with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, private medical insurance, and share incentives.
- Other info: Remote freelance position with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by improving documentation quality for engineers and technicians.
- Qualifications: Experience in technical writing and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Technical Author required to join a growing engineering environment, supporting the creation of clear, accurate, and user-friendly maintenance documentation. The successful Technical Author will be responsible for turning complex technical data into structured, practical work instructions for use by engineers, technicians and shop floor staff.
Main Duties
- Transform complex maintenance procedures into clear, step-by-step task cards.
- Ensure strict version control, so teams always work to the latest approved data.
- Collaborate with technicians on the shop floor to validate usability and practicality.
- Work with stakeholders to continuously improve documentation quality and accuracy.
- Produce documentation that supports safe, efficient, and compliant maintenance delivery.
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:
- A background within a similar role gained within a complex engineering or equivalent environment.
- Strong ability to interpret and write clear technical instructions.
- Excellent attention to detail and logical thinking.
- Strong communication skills (written & verbal).
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office / GSuite.
- Ability to build business relationships and deliver structured documentation.
What we are able to offer:
- Private Medical Insurance
- Share incentive scheme
Technical writers (freelance, remote) in Oxford employer: Omega Resource Group
Join a dynamic engineering environment in Oxford as a Technical Author, where you will have the opportunity to transform complex technical data into user-friendly documentation. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative work culture that values continuous improvement and employee growth, offering competitive salaries alongside benefits such as private medical insurance and share incentives. This role not only allows for remote flexibility but also encourages meaningful contributions to safety and efficiency in maintenance delivery.
