Technical Lead- Contract (12 Months+)
Location: Remote with monthly visits to North Wales (2-week onsite induction) Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week (Mon-Fri, flexible within core hours) Contract: 12 months, likely extension up to 3 years
IT: Candidate must supply own equipment
Pay: TBC
Overview
We're seeking an experienced Technical Author Lead to support the development and revision of Maintenance Instructions for two refurbished hydroelectric power stations. Working closely with the Project Manager, customer engineering teams, and offshore technical authors, you'll lead scoping, analysis, quality assurance, and team coordination to ensure high-quality deliverables.
This role is primarily remote, with regular site visits to North Wales.
Key Responsibilities
Act as technical lead and main contact for publications workstream
Scope and define documentation requirements with customer engineers
Manage offshore production teams and resolve technical queries
Review deliverables to ensure quality, consistency, and KPI adherence
Support scheduling and milestone delivery
Improve processes, training, and production methods
Lead and support technical authors and illustrators
Essential Experience
Proven experience producing Maintenance Instructions or structured technical documentation (ideally in power generation or related engineering sector)
Experience leading teams in a technical publications environment
Strong knowledge of structured data and CMS platforms
Experience with modular data and content management systems
Familiarity with Generative AI tools
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
Engineering background (academic or practical)
If this sounds like you apply now by sending your CV to
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