Technical Writer

Wood has an opportunity for a Technical Writer to join our Training & Competence Solutions team in Vancouver, BC. Wood Training & Competence Solutions is looking for a Technical Writer to join their team in Vancouver, BC. Wood is a global leader in the design and development of asset-specific operations and maintenance training programs. From traditional classroom-based delivery through to e-learning and virtual reality, Wood provides clients with the tools they require to ensure a safe and efficient workforce.

• Developing content for facility or process specific training
• Developing content for operations manuals and operating and maintenance procedures using site specific information
• Developing lesson, assessment, and training plans to supplement the manuals and procedures
• Participating as a contributing member of a team, communicating effectively with these members on various tasks and projects as assigned
• Following client-specific and department style guides and writing standards
• Investigating and gathering of information required to complete assignments within deadlines
• Interview the client or subject matter experts to obtain information
• Ability to carry out onsite facility walkthroughs with subject matter experts
• Communicating with subject matter experts to review content for technical accuracy
• Reporting progress to Project Manager and updating progress trackers

• Degree or Diploma in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, or technical discipline
• Two years of technical writing experience
• Equivalent process industry experience will be considered
• Excellent English reading and writing skills are essential
• Proficiency in MS Word is required
• Ability to understand system descriptions, process diagrams (PFDs, P&IDs, equipment drawings, etc.), vendor information, and process control descriptions
• Ability to work within a team environment, with strong interpersonal skills enabling smooth interaction with internal departments and client representatives
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Must live within reasonable commuting distance to the Vancouver, BC office

Assets:

• Technical writing degree
• Experience with content development tools (Storyline, Captivate, etc.) and learning management systems
• Experience developing training materials
• Availability to travel for short assignments using personal vehicle in Lower Mainland.
• Additional languages

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

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