Technical Writer - Nuclear
Australia, Henderson
Fulltime: 40 hrs a week
Experience: 6-9 Years
Shipbuilding
Introduction
Our client is a sovereign defence shipbuilder supporting Australia's long-term submarine capability program. They are establishing a dedicated Nuclear Management System (NMS) and require an experienced Technical Writer to develop policies, standards, procedures and governance documentation that underpin nuclear safety, assurance and compliance.
This role offers an opportunity to work at the intersection of governance, engineering, and safety in a high-profile environment with enduring national importance.
What are you going to do
- Develop policies, management plans, standards and procedures to support the Nuclear Management System
- Convert complex technical and regulatory information into clear, structured documentation
- Adapt partner-sourced artefacts into Australian and enterprise standards
- Coordinate document reviews with technical SMEs, safety specialists and governance leads
- Manage version control and document release workflows through corporate systems
Essential skills and knowledgeÂ
- Experience producing structured documentation in highly regulated environments (defence, aerospace, energy, or medical highly regarded)
- Strong capability in policy/procedure development, document governance and controlled document libraries
- Confidence engaging technical SMEs and distilling complex information into clear guidance
- NV1 clearance (held or previously held) is desirable. Candidates without current clearance may still be considered, with clearance sponsorship available subject to eligibility.
- Knowledge of defence documentation systems (Objective / DPN / PLM) beneficial but not mandatory
What we offer
- National-purpose work on AUKUS/sovereign submarine capability.
- Greenfield authorship: build the NMS from first principles.
- Stable hybrid work model
- Strong EVP Offering
About Brunel
Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.
Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.
Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.
Do you have questions?
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Scott McAdam,E: s.mcadam@brunel.net / Mob: 0404 653 603