Horner Recruitment is proud to partner with ANSTO (Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation) to recruit a Technical Writer to join the Australian Centre for Neutron Scattering (ACNS) team at Lucas Heights.

About ANSTO

ANSTO is Australia's leading nuclear science and technology organisation, delivering world-class research and innovation to improve health outcomes and contribute to a more sustainable future.

The Australian Centre for Neutron Scattering (ACNS) is a leading global neutron facility and the only one of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere. It operates world-class neutron and X-ray scattering instruments with specialised sample setting equipment that support research and industry applications across engineering, health, energy, advanced materials, and technology.

About the role

Reporting to the Compliance Group Leader, you will support scientific and engineering projects by preparing and coordinating technical documentation that meets quality, safety, compliance, and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities include

- Preparing technical and project documentation for scientific and engineering projects
- Collaborating with scientists, engineers, technicians, and project managers to capture technical information
- Translating complex concepts into clear, audience-appropriate documentation
- Coordinating document reviews and stakeholder feedback
- Supporting quality, safety, and regulatory documentation requirements

About you

You will be a curious and technically minded communicator who can translate complex systems, technologies, and scientific concepts into clear technical communications.

Eligibility requirements





- Australian Citizenship
- Willingness to undergo and obtain security clearance
- A degree in STEM, Engineering, Science, Technology, or a related discipline (honours degree highly regarded)

What you'll bring:

- Experience working in a technical environment such as engineering, science, research, technology, or another highly regulated industry (experience within laboratory, defence, or nuclear environments highly regarded)
- Strong written communication skills and attention to detail
- Ability to interpret technical information and communicate it clearly
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities

Working with ANSTO

You'll enjoy a range of benefits including:

- Career development, mentoring, and learning opportunities
- Flexible and supportive workplace practices
- Health and wellbeing programs
- On-site childcare and family-friendly benefits
- A collaborative campus community environment

Join ANSTO and help communicate the systems, technologies, and research that underpin world-class scientific outcomes. If you enjoy transforming complex technical information into clear, accurate documentation, and are an Australian Citizen, we'd love to hear from you.

At Horner we recognise the value of a diverse workforce and the creation of inclusive workforce cultures. We actively encourage applications from any background.

We provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability - please email *****@horner.com.au if you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process. Please note that applications or resumes sent to this email address will not be accepted or responded to.

📌 Technical Writer (Lucas Heights)
🏢 Horner Recruitment
📍 Lucas Heights