Technical Writer

1 week ago

Midrand, South Africa MECS Africa Full time

South Africa

,

Gauteng - Midrand

R 600000R 550000

Annually

Our Client is looking for a Technical Writer to be able to write and edit technical documentation (including user documentation, how-to-guides, references, manuals, and instructions) for the organisation’s products at least 5+ years experience.

Our Client is looking for a Technical Writer with 5+ years in this role.

Required: Functional
- Create user documentation for a variety of material, including how-to guides and instruction manuals.
- Write technical direction on product announcements, marketing brochures, advertisements, and marketing specifications.
- Meet with channel representatives, vendors, design engineers and production to establish technical specifications.
- Study drawings, specifications, mock-ups, and product samples to integrate in manuals.
- Ensure technical verbiage is easy to understand by the layperson.
- Complete assignments according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.
- Review published materials and recommend revisions or changes in scope, format, and content.
- Select photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate material.
- Create table of contents, cite sources, and ensure fields flow in the correct sequence.
- Adjust copy as necessary and proofread for grammar and spelling.
- Release the document following final approval.
- Provide updates and different editions as necessary.
- Ensure all documentation is under version control.
- Attend trials, blasts, and channel partner functions to gain firsthand product knowledge

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Requirements:

- Grade 12 certificate/Matric.
- Technical Writing certification or equivalent.
- 5 years’ experience in a technical writing role.

For more information please contact:
David Silver

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