Technical Writer

Our client is a leading European energy company, which for more than 100 years has electrified industries, supplied energy to people’s homes and modernised the way of living through innovation and cooperation. They now want to make fossil-free living possible within one generation. That's why they are driving the transition to a sustainable energy system through initiatives in renewable production and climate smart energy solutions for their customers. They employ approximately 20,000 people and have operations mainly in Sweden, Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark and the UK.

Role Description:

• We are offering an exciting opportunity as a Technical Writer to play a pivotal role in our mission towards a sustainable and environmentally friendly future.
• As a Technical Writer within the Technical Support team, you will be responsible for creating technical documentation, including work instructions, method statements, and risk assessments, to facilitate the smooth operation and maintenance of various wind farms within our portfolio across North-West Europe.
• Join us on our journey toward a cleaner, more sustainable future.
• Our Wind Operations & Maintenance (O&M) team is comprised of highly qualified experts with deep technical knowledge. 
• Our strategy involves taking full control of operations, necessitating a robust internal organization and centralized support.
• The ultimate goal is to minimize O&M downtime. The O&M Strategy has recently been adopted as part of a broader improvement program within our company.

Responsibilities:

• Gather input from various sources and stakeholders (technical support's second-line specialists, authorized engineers, asset integrity, regional support, HSE, etc.) to create and improve technical documentation, including method statements, risk assessments, work instructions, and other documents needed for maintenance, inspections, remedial works, retrofits, and more.
• Your role includes creating new documentation and updating existing documentation according to our client standards, incorporating feedback from end-users.
• Develop user-friendly content that meets the needs of the target audience, translating complex information into clear and concise documentation for operational use.
• Collaborate with second-line support to enhance documentation quality and ensure it's fit for purpose.
• Evaluate current documentation and propose innovative approaches for improvement.
• Conduct offshore trials on documentation (method statements, risk assessments, work instructions) to gather direct feedback from end-users, amending deliverables as necessary from an HSE perspective.

Requirements:

• A technical background, such as civil engineering, marine engineering, mechanical engineering, or a relevant field as a project engineer.
• Experience in preparing documentation for offshore wind or offshore construction.
• Technical expertise and knowledge in onshore/offshore wind business.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Strong skills in using MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• The ability to quickly grasp complex technical topics.
• A Full GWO certification is advantageous.

Your Profile:

• To excel in this role, you should be a highly skilled writer capable of distilling technical information into clear and accessible content.
• You are proactive and embrace challenges with enthusiasm.
• You excel in setting and achieving goals and have a strong focus on continuous improvement.

Location:

• This role can be based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands; London, UK;
• Or Kolding, Denmark, with occasional travel to offshore sites.

Additional Information:

• We offer competitive remuneration, a challenging and international work environment, and the opportunity to collaborate with industry leaders.
• You'll work in interdisciplinary teams and receive support from dedicated colleagues.
• We provide attractive employment conditions and ample opportunities for personal and professional development.