Job Description
Join Saab Australia as a Senior Technical Writer – Editor.
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We are looking for a motivated and skilled Senior Technical Writer to join our high-performing team in delivering explicit, accurate, and high-quality technical documentation to support mission-critical defence systems.
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Reporting to the Technical Publications Team Lead, you will develop and maintain workflows to ensure consistent and accurate technical publications. In this role you will of technical publications and support/mentor the Technical Writing team members.
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Our ideal candidate is a collaborative and detail-orientated Senior Technical Writer with S****D experience, within a Defence Environment, who brings a passion for continuous improvement.
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We work in a fast-paced, demanding, challenging as well as time sensitive environment; we are diverse, global, resilient, adaptable and agile, therefore the ability to solve problems is critical.
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Along with satisfaction & rewards that comes with working for a global defence company, you can expect a generous salary, a range of outstanding benefits & an inclusive working environment.
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This position also offers Flexible working options and a 9 Day Fortnight.
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Key responsibilities
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As a key member of our technical documentation team, you will:
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Develop operator and maintainer manuals with minimal supervision.
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Develop and maintain Work Instructions and Style Guides to ensure consistency across our publications.
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Lead documentation initiatives including peer reviews and quality assurance of technical publications.
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Collaborate with engineers, developers, and other stakeholders to gather source information and deliver customer-aligned content.
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Provide mentorship and training to junior writers, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing.
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Contribute to tender submissions and estimate writing efforts as needed.
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Ensure documentation aligns with defence standards and integrates seamlessly with ILS and LSA outputs.
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About you
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Experience & Skills




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Minimum seven years' experience in a Technical Writing role in defence, manufacturing, engineering, or technology sectors.
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Experience with S****D publication development.
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Experience with developing and editing large and/or complex documents to an advanced level in Microsoft Word, Adobe FrameMaker and/orS****D tools.
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Proficiency with PDF editing, graphics tools, and configuration management processes.
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Understand methodologies for the development of documentation for hardware and software manuals.
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Experience with implementing Defence documentation practices and standards.
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Familiarity with web-based publishing and online help content creation.
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Personal Attributes
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Self-aware, accountable, and committed to personal and team development.
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Ability to undertake tasks with minimal supervision whilst maintaining communication with own Supervisor.
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Ability to manage self in terms of time and process, exercises initiative, completes tasks in a competent and timely manner and demonstrates professional ethics.
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Ability to adapt to new tasks, technologies, processes and procedures.
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As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an NV1 clearance.
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About us
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Saab Australia is a defence, security and cyber solutions provider, specialising in the development and integration of major defence and security systems. For over 30 years in Australia,



we have built a reputation for delivering complex systems integration projects that provide proven and advanced capabilities to keep us ahead of today's challenges.
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From combat, communications, security and underwater systems to mixed reality, cyber security and deployable health solutions, our extensive portfolio of products and services provide high-technology solutions for defence forces and civil industries across the globe.
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Culture and benefits
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We employ over **** Australians and are committed to fostering a culture of excellence and enriching the employee experience.
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By joining Saab, you'll be a part of a collaborative and supportive organisation, where your professional growth and work-life balance are emphasised. You'll work within an innovative and vibrant workplace, while having the prospect to develop a long-term, fulfilling career.
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As a valued team member of Saab Australia, you'll access a variety of perks and benefits to support you and your family including:
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6 weeks paid leave each year
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14% Superannuation
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Free Income Protection Insurance
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Flexible working options
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Access to the Saab shares matching scheme
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Access to MySaab; our online store offering everything from cash back at hundreds of stores to discounts from exclusive partners
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For further information about a career at Saab, visit the page adjacent:
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Applications
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By submitting an application to Saab, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities including, but not limited to: reference checks, Australian Federal Police check, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening and a pre-employment medical declaration.
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Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply.
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We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds.
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Saab Australia is a nationally recognised Veteran Employer of Choice and welcomes the interest of ex-service members, veterans and their families.
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📌 Senior Technical Writer (Victoria)
🏢 Saab
📍 Victoria