Senior Technical Writer
Summary
DHHI Australia, a supplier of stackers, reclaimers and shiploaders for the mining, ports and bulk materials handling industries, is hiring a Senior Technical Writer at its Osborne Park (Perth) office. The role produces operations and maintenance manuals, procedures and project documentation, working with engineers and SMEs and setting documentation standards.
About DHHI Australia
DHHI Australia is a leading supplier of stackers, reclaimers and shiploaders, delivering engineering, manufacturing and lifecycle support solutions to the mining, ports and bulk materials handling industries. Based in Osborne Park, our team works on complex projects across Australia, supporting clients through design, delivery, commissioning and ongoing equipment support.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Writer to develop and maintain high-quality technical documentation across engineering, project delivery and operational activities.
Working closely with engineers, project managers and subject matter experts, you will prepare manuals, procedures, work instructions and supporting documentation to ensure equipment, systems and processes are clearly documented and aligned with client and project requirements.
This role offers the opportunity to work on large-scale mining and materials handling projects while helping establish documentation standards and best practices across the business.
Key Responsibilities
Develop operations and maintenance manuals
Prepare technical procedures and work instructions
Create and maintain project documentation packs
Work with engineers and SMEs to gather technical information
Ensure documentation is accurate, consistent and user-friendly
Manage document revisions and version control
Support project handovers and client documentation requirements
Maintain document standards and templates
About You
Previous experience as a Technical Writer / Senior Technical Writer in engineering, mining, manufacturing or heavy industry
Ideally from an engineering background
Strong technical writing and editing capability
Excellent attention to detail and document control skills
Ability to understand and interpret engineering documentation
Advanced Microsoft Office skills
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Why Join DHHI?
Work on major mining and bulk materials handling projects
Collaborative and experienced engineering team
Diverse and interesting technical work
Osborne Park office location
Competitive remuneration package