Support the development and drafting of Australian Standards.
Who are we? Standards Australia (SA) is the peak standards development organisation in Australia, with a rich history that dates back to 1922.
Currently, we are undergoing a significant transformation and growth phase.
In recent years, our workforce has doubled, and we now proudly employ over 300 professionals dedicated to helping shape Australia's future and fulfilling our mission of empowering communities.
Our organisation brings experts together to create national and international standards that serve as essential guidelines for products and services, ultimately benefiting the Australian community.
Our vision is to be a global leader in providing trusted solutions that improve life today and tomorrow.
About the role The Technical Writer supports the development and drafting of Standards and other types of documents across a wide range of subject areas and has the ability to work closely with stakeholders to determine the clearest and most logical way to present technical content for greatest reader comprehension.
What you'll do Develop content for draft Australian Standards and other documents across all project stagesHave accountability for the working draftDevelop drafts in consultation with technical expertsInterpret verbal and written technical content to draft in a way that is appropriate for the intended audienceEnsure that the structure, content and language is in line with Standards Australia's Guides, Procedures and House StyleAddress any feedback provided by Standards Australia Publishing Services teamLead the Drafting Team in the review and resolution of Public Comments on the working draftCollaborate with committee members to facilitate discussions and manage technical issuesWork effectively with Standards Australia Project Managers and Publishing Services team to develop high quality documents and escalate unresolved issuesEnsure projects are delivered within agreed timeframes and scope parameters as per Standards Australia's project management methodologyDevelop the drafting schedule in consultation with the Project ManagerAbout you University degree, or other relevant qualificationMinimum 3 years' experience in technical writingCommunicate information clearly, concisely and accuratelyWork cooperatively and collaborativelyManage competing prioritiesStandards Australia is proud to have been awarded the prestigious Employer of Choice Award for two consecutive years, 2023 and 2024.
This recognition highlights our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace and fostering a culture of excellence.
Our iCARE values form the basis of all we do - Integrity, Courage, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.
Standards Australia offers many benefits such as flexibility with working from home, regular team events, additional personal / carer's leave, regular awards, and on-going training.
What's next? If Standards Australia sounds like the place for you, please submit your CV outlining your experience and suitability to this role.
Eligible applicants must be Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents or have legal rights to work in Australia.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 15 business days of their application.
At Standards Australia, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to fostering a working environment that values diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
Our mission is to empower our communities, and in doing so, we strive to create an organisation that genuinely reflects and respects the diversity of the communities we serve; putting people at the heart of all we do.
We welcome applications from people of all cultural and linguistic groups, people of all ages and genders, people of Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability, and people from the LGBTQIA+ community.
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