Job description
Join a pioneering global leader at the forefront of engineering and manufacturing, revolutionising the way technical information supports complex products worldwide. This is your chance to lead a dynamic team and shape the future of technical documentation on a global scale.
Salary / Benefits
- Competitive salary package
- Excellent pension scheme
- Hybrid working options
- Continuous professional development opportunities
- Health and wellbeing programmes
About your next employer
A recognised global powerhouse operating within the industrial and manufacturing sector, this company boasts a diverse portfolio across multiple product lines with a strong commitment to innovation. With a sizable international footprint and a collaborative culture, they work with cutting-edge technologies and maintain a dedicated team across engineering, R&D, and production departments. The role reports to the GLOBAL Engineering Services & Configuration Management team, and you'll be part of a thriving, forward-thinking organisation that values leadership and continuous improvement.
About you
- Background in Technical Communication, Engineering, or relevant field
- Experience in technical documentation or product information management
- Minimum of 3 years in a leadership or management role
- Proven experience working with complex mechanical or electromechanical products desirable
- Strong knowledge of documentation standards, CMS, structured authoring (DITA/XML), and digital publishing platforms
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus
- Capable of managing cross-functional projects and external vendor relationships
What you'll do
- Lead and develop a global team dedicated to creating and maintaining technical documentation
- Define and execute a multi-channel documentation strategy, embracing print, digital, and interactive platforms
- Collaborate with R&D, Product Management, Regulatory, and IT to ensure documentation accuracy and compliance
- Drive the adoption of structured authoring tools and reusable content practices
- Monitor KPIs and implement continuous improvement plans to enhance quality and efficiency
- Manage external vendors and translation partners, ensuring consistency across all documentation
For further information on this job, apply via the link or contact the VANRATH office for a confidential chat today.
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