At a Glance
- Tasks: Create user-friendly technical documents for maintenance processes in a leading mining operation.
- Company: Join a major iron ore mining company with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: $85 per hour plus super, day shifts, and potential contract extension.
- Other info: Collaborate with diverse teams and enjoy a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by transforming complex information into practical documentation.
- Qualifications: Experience in technical writing and strong knowledge of fixed plant maintenance.
The predicted salary is between 85 - 85 $ per hour.
Chandler Macleod is seeking an experienced Technical Writer to support a major Fixed Plant Maintenance team within a leading WA mining operation. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically minded professional with a strong maintenance background to play a critical role in the development and improvement of maintenance documentation, master data and asset management processes. Offered as an initial 6-month contract with potential for extension, this position will suit someone who thrives on collaborating with stakeholders across all levels of the business and transforming technical information into practical, user-friendly documentation.
About the Role
Reporting into the Fixed Plant Maintenance team, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining a range of technical documentation to support safe, efficient and reliable maintenance practices. Key responsibilities include:
- Writing and updating work instructions and maintenance procedures
- Developing preventative maintenance instructions and documentation
- Creating and processing SAP master data requests
- Spares cataloguing and maintenance of asset information
- Supporting task list, maintenance plan and maintenance strategy development within SAP
- Reviewing OEM manuals and translating technical information into site-specific documentation
- Collaborating with engineers, planners, supervisors, reliability teams and frontline technicians
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across maintenance and asset management functions
About You
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
- Previous experience in a Technical Writer position within mining, resources or heavy industry
- Strong Fixed Plant Maintenance knowledge
- Experience writing technical documents, work instructions and maintenance procedures
- SAP Master Data experience, including maintenance plans, task lists and strategies
- Spares cataloguing and asset management experience
- Excellent Microsoft Word and Excel skills
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- A positive attitude and ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels, from management through to frontline maintenance personnel
What's On Offer
$85.00 per hour plus super (PAYG)
5:2| 4:3 roster
Day shift only
Initial 6-month contract
Potential for contract extension
Planned start date: 2nd November 2026
Major iron ore mining company
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community. You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at this link.
Technical Writer in Perth employer: Chandler Macleod
As a Local Council in Sydney, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values flexibility and work-life balance, offering a hybrid working arrangement to suit your lifestyle. Our supportive work culture fosters professional growth through diverse project opportunities in asset construction, allowing you to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying competitive pay rates and a commitment to employee development.
