Senior Technical Writer

Challenge yourself in a role where you will be responsible for carrying out technical writing Together we’ll drive positive business outcomes and make a difference to our people Permanent full-time position based in Mascot Qantas Engineering keeps us at the forefront of aviation, caring and maintaining both the Qantas fleet, as well as aircraft for our customers across the Asia-Pacific region. Working with state-of-the-art equipment and resources, our shared commitment to professional excellence continues to keep our customers safe. We won’t settle for anything less than the best outcome. We’re a high performing team, and we each have the opportunity to add value and make an impact on the business. As a Technical Writer, you will be responsible for ensuring processes, procedures documentation is accurately developed in accordance with the relevant regulatory and governance standards. Working in the Fleet Support Team with relevant stakeholders across Flight Ops and Technical Services, you will carry out technical writing of a variety of Qantas Airways managed documentation, including the Aircraft Suite of Manuals, Dispatch Deviation Guides, Component Maintenance Manuals, Minor Maintenance Manuals, Fuelling Manuals, ETOPS Manuals, Maintenance Memos and other airline manuals created from time to time, as well as administer and oversee the process for editing and revising technical documentation, including engagement of relevant stakeholders, assuring that the relevant change management process has taken place. You will also make changes in accordance with direction from Fleet Engineering Management subject matter experts and add value by utilising defined standards for technical writing and information presentation. You’ll have – Certificate IV in Aero skills or equivalent. Aircraft Maintenance/Airline Experience (4th year apprentices are encouraged to apply). Exposure to a Base and Line Maintenance environment (desirable). Demonstrated knowledge of CASA Part 21/145 regulatory framework (desirable). Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with knowledge of Aircraft Maintenance systems and acronyms being an advantage. A sound understanding of engineering procedures, including document management and electronic publishing experience. Ability to quickly learn and adopt evolving procedures, new technologies and develop proficient skills with minimal assistance. Effective time management skills with an ability to prioritise department tasks while working on multiple deliverables. Why Qantas? You’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully. There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us – so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. You’ll be supported from day 1 with on the job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless. The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel. We love to travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays. We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 14 weeks paid parental leave and the option to purchase additional paid leave for eligible employees. We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles, eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships. We’ll support your wellbeing: Whether it’s learning to better support your own and others’ mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan. We’re constantly evolving, and this means the opportunities for our people are endless. In every role there’s the opportunity to embrace personal development and career growth, ownership of projects, and the ability to make an impact. Qantas is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. Qantas is an equal opportunity employer, so by coming to work for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. We will then work with you to identify the best way to assist you through the recruitment process. Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation. Applications close: Tuesday 11 July 2023 If you’re ready to step into a culture that will challenge and excite you, submit an application and let’s explore how we go places together. Life in the Qantas Group is fast moving, challenging and always exciting. That’s because today we’re much more than an iconic airline. With 25,000 people in Australia and overseas across Airline, Operations, Freight, Customer & Digital, Loyalty and Technology, we’re as diverse as the people who work with us. Together we’re driving our success and maintaining our position as a world class organisation. As we engage our next generation, we continue to look for the passion, ambition and commitment that has always set us apart. Wherever you work across the Qantas Group, you’ll quickly discover that a role with us is much more than a job. In this dynamic environment, you’re encouraged to demonstrate initiative, embrace challenge and build your experience every day. Candidate privacy policy | Qantas