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Technical Author
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- Posted By: Adecco - Newcastle
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Address:
- Apollo House
- Northumberland Road
- Newcastle Upon Tyne
- NE1 8JF
- Contact: 01912221101
- Date Posted: 10th Oct 2008
- Salary: £35,000 - £40,000
- Location: Newcastle (NE1 1RH)
- Reference Code: mk/ta
- Views Since Posting: 125
- Full Description:
My client based in Newcastle City Centre is a successful, market-leading publisher and information service provider to professionals within the construction industry.
They are looking for a Technical Author who must be an experienced Structural Engineer with a range of project experience, an in-depth knowledge of the construction industry and an interest in best practice.
The Technical Team is a 20+ strong team of multi-disciplinary construction professionals responsible for developing and maintaining, specification and manufacturers\' information for there products. The team of in-house Architects, Landscape Architects, Engineers and Quantity Surveyors review changes to legislation, standards, products and industry convention to keep at the forefront of best practice.
Key Responsibilities and Skills:
Authorship: Preparation and development of high quality, up to date technical information to meet customer needs. Carry out research on technical matters liaising as necessary with publishers, trade organisations, manufacturers, consultants and customers. Gather and disseminate information to customers and colleagues. Operate to a set of editorial principles with thoroughness and attention to detail.
Professional standards: Develop, maintain and apply consistent professional standards to NBS technical material and maintain a high level of professional responsibility and performance.
Technical awareness: Maintain knowledge and technical awareness through continuing professional development.
Analytical and decisions making skills: Interpret and offer guidance on construction related issues and legislation commensurate with priorities and available time.
Customer focus: Gather feedback, assess and react to the needs of customers.
Initiative and team working: Self-motivated with the ability to work on own initiative or as part of a team.
Time and organisational management: Able to prioritise work effectively when working on a number of activities. Able to work under pressure
Interpersonal skills and communication: Work collaboratively with technical authors, editors other NBS teams. Sustain a high level of presentation, communication and listening. Communicate clearly and effectively with others.
Attitude and behaviour: Flexible and adaptable in approach. Respond positively to change.
Writing skills: Excellent writing skills.
Computer skills: Proficient use of Microsoft Word and other Microsoft Office applications.
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