Technical Writer

Defence Construction Canada
Ontario, National Capital Region, Real Property and Env., CA
$66.4K-$86.3K a year
Temporary

The Technical Writer performs specialized writing and presentation activities to support new construction project delivery services.

This includes drafting and disseminating technical guides and instructions, preparing and delivering presentations, and organizing and delivering training and development seminars.

KEY AND PERIODIC ACTIVITIES

The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative but not all-inclusive :

Primary

  • Develop manuals, training packages, instructions, policies and manuals on specific technical subjects (e.g. Building Information Modeling)
  • Organize and support the delivery of training seminars and conferences
  • Provide support and direction to team members involved in document development
  • Prepare various documents (e.g. slide decks) and develop diagrams for technical publications

Other

  • Provide advice to subject-matter experts
  • Other duties as assigned

SKILLS

General and Specific Knowledge

DCC and / or Client-Partner policies and procedures related to specific technical subjects

Formal Education and / or Certification(s) and Experience

Minimum : university degree in communications or related field that includes technical writing with approximately two years’ relevant experience, or the equivalent

Abilities

  • Use applicable computer software and operating systems
  • Write effectively and deliver presentations
  • Ensure accuracy in written documentation through attention to detail

DEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIP

Provide functional advice and guidance to employees

WORKING CONDITIONS

Typical office environment with occasional travel

Check out the benefits

Working with DCC offers excellent opportunities for growth and entitles you to one of the job market’s best benefits packages.

In your role as Technical Writer, your package is valued at 25% to 30% of your salary.

Your package will include :

  • Public service pension
  • $400 Wellness Allowance (e.g., gym membership)
  • $1,500 for mental health services on top of regular $1,500 paramedical coverage
  • Telus Virtual Health Care
  • Hybrid workplace options including $400 allowance every two years to support work-from-home options
  • Enhanced inConfidence employee and family assistance program
  • Deluxe travel benefit plans
  • Comprehensive vacation and other paid leave plans
  • 7 days ago
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