Technical Publications Specialist

Alma Personnel have been instructed by their Coventry based client to recruit for an experienced Technical Publications Specialist based out of their site.

Salary being offered is up to £36K, Monday to Thurs 8.30 to 5pm, Fri 8.30am to 2pm, subject to workload completion.

Key purpose of the role of Technical Publications Specialist is to ensure all technical documentation is complete, current and accurate from maintenance manuals, operators manuals to technical information notices and then communicated to internal and external stakeholders.

Duties :-

• Create illustrations, and text, for new product documentation prior to product launch. This includes maintenance manuals, operator’s manuals, illustrated parts catalogues
• Ensure documentation is kept up to date by incorporating product changes identified through the engineering change process
• Liaise with third party service providers, including translation companies and Technical Publications companies as required
• Ensure adequate administrative control of available publications, and incoming requests for amendments
• Provide training as required to departmental trainees regarding various systems and software used to create exploded diagrams, and to author publications
• Undertake a senior role in departmental improvement projects
• Maintain and update our online e-commerce system
• Support print room activity, including printing and binding books, creating vehicle graphics, and creating vinyl signage as required

At least 5 GCSE's, including English and Maths, Engineering or Science based equivalent

Must have a proven track record experience in Technical Publications, whilst having knowledge of dealing with global customer base. Adobe CC, Framemaker and ISODraw

Must possess excellent organisational and planning skills, written and verbal communication skills. Confidence to deal with people internally and externally at all levels and a good appreciation and understanding of technical communication.

If you feel you have the relevant skills and experience, apply now stating why you would be suitable for this position.