Technical Writer

🏢 NOV
📍 Port Elizabeth, South AfricaFull-timeOn-site
📅 Posted: 1w ago🔄 Updated: 1w ago
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NOV Rig Technologies is seeking a Standardisation Technical Writer to join their Aftermarket Division. The role involves writing, maintaining, and revising standardized, technically accurate documentation to support rig technologies. Key responsibilities include collaborating with engineering experts, interpreting technical drawings and specifications, and producing user-friendly documents such as quality plans, condition assessments, and inspection procedures. The documentation will be used by office, offshore, and workshop-based colleagues. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and technical skills, with a background in engineering and heavy machinery.
Required Skills
Engineering, Construction & Trades
Mechanical EngineeringElectrical Repair
Other
overhaulEnglish
Information Technology
Quality Assurance
Design, Content & Media
Technical Writing
Productivity & Workplace Tools
Microsoft Office
Nice to have:
Business, Sales & Management
Project ManagementHR Management
Other
document controlelectrical controlspneumatic controls
Engineering, Construction & Trades
InstrumentationHydraulics
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have a qualification in an Engineering related discipline or equivalent experience, and essential understanding of mechanical engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, and user manuals. A background in overhaul, inspection, and/or repair of heavy machinery is also essential, along with excellent written and oral communication skills in English and computer literacy including Microsoft Office Suite. Desirable qualifications include Project Management training/knowledge and familiarity with Document Control and Document Management Systems (DMS), as well as knowledge of electrical/instrumentation, pneumatic and hydraulic controls.
Description

As a Standardisation Technical Writer, you will play a crucial role in developing and revising documentation to support NOV Rig Technologies. Your work will involve collaborating with engineering and technical experts to understand their requirements and produce user-friendly, accurate documents. These documents will be utilized by a diverse range of colleagues, including those based in offices, offshore, and workshops.

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