Technical Author - Rolling Stock
Derby
Contract - 4 Months
PAYE - £23.32
UMB- £29.78
Hours & Working Pattern
37 hours per week
Monday-Thursday: 8 hours per day, covering core hours 09:30 - 15:30
Friday: 7.5 hours, covering core hours 09:30 - 15:00
Hybrid working available with some flexibility in working hours
Overview
We are seeking a Technical Author to support a major rail vehicle refresh programme for a global leader in sustainable transport solutions. The organisation designs, builds, and maintains modern rolling stock and rail infrastructure, with a focus on safety, innovation, and long-term reliability.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and completeness of programme documentation. Responsibilities will include updating technical manuals to reflect current requirements, with a particular focus on integrating Fault Mode Indicator (FMI) updates into existing documentation.
Responsibilities
Liaising with relevant train operating companies and vehicle owners, engineers, maintenance development engineers, train care staff and parts department to gather information/data required for technical documents.
Authoring technical documents.
Editing technical documents.
Maintaining relevant IT systems
Issuing technical documents.
Covering for colleagues during sickness and holidays
Candidate requirements:
Essential:
HNC or above or relevant experience.
Ability to produce clear technical documentation.
Ability to manipulate images using standard software.
Ability to create and publish complex interlinked websites.
Proficient in the use of MS Word and MS Excel.
Experience of using Photoshop or similar graphics program
Ability to communicate clearly and co-ordinate with different stakeholders at various levels within the organisation.
Good communication skills, general technical knowledge, good IT skills.
Experience of train maintenance or build desirable.
Experience of using Ms Word and Excel essential.
Experience of using Photoshop or similar graphics program essential.
Ability and willingness to learn quickly and apply the learning to produce tangible results.
Self-motivated with the ability to work as part of a team or individually to produce results within defined timescales.
BReed
Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.
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