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Technical Documentation Specialist
Make a positive impact on Melbourne’s iconic tram network.
At Yarra Trams, we’re proud to keep Melbourne moving. We’re looking for a Technical Documentation Specialist to join our Engineering Standards and Systems team and help shape the future of safe, reliable tram operations.
Your Role
As a Technical Documentation Specialist, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our technical documents and processes are current, accessible, and maintained to the highest quality. You will:
- Prepare and manage technical documents, including standards, specifications, processes, procedures, and guidelines.
- Coordinate workflows and reporting for the Engineering Management System.
- Work closely with subject matter experts across Engineering, Asset, Maintenance, and Projects to ensure documentation meets compliance and quality standards.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Develop, update, and maintain technical documents under the guidance of the Head of Engineering Standards and Systems.
- Ensure technical documents follow established formatting and style guides.
- Manage configuration control and status accounting using approved tools.
- Coordinate Engineering Management System actions and workflows (e.g., Engineering Change, Waivers, Concessions, Type Approvals).
- Act as the primary contact for standards and engineering change queries.
- Prepare reports and perform administrative tasks, including meeting coordination and action tracking.
What We’re Looking For
- Degree or qualifications in Engineering/Technology (preferred), Communications, or Policy .
- Demonstrated experience in technical writing and documentation.
- Strong English language writing, editing, and communication skills.
- Experience in regulated industries such as transport or similar.
- Ability to translate complex technical information into clear, concise documentation.
- Proficiency in MS Word and Adobe Professional.
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