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Are you looking for your next contract opportunity?Do you have the expertise as a Technical Writer? Randstad is pleased to offer you this new and exciting CONTRACT requirement with our client for the position of: TECHNICAL WRITER-Start: ASAP-Estimated length: 3+ Month-Location: REMOTE or Halifax NSAdvantagesThis is an opportunity to work for a large employer with a solid reputation here in Halifax.ResponsibilitiesAs Technical Writer you will be writing software design and implementation documetnsQualificationsYour expertise is a Technical Writer and looking for your next contract-You specialize in writing technical software design and implementation documentation-Experienced working in large complex environments-Experience with Word, Visio-Experience with SPARX (nice to have)ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTIn order to be considered for this opportunity, you must qualify to obtain a Controlled Goods Security Clearance (CGP)/Enhanced Reliability Clearance which means you must have been in Canada for a minimum of 5 yearsPLEASE NOTE: -Background check is requiredSummaryDo you have this experience? If you answer YES, then please apply IMMEDIATELY so we can then discuss your experience and interest in this opportunity!www.randstad.caRandstad TechnologiesCanada's largest provider of IT Staffing Solutions, offering hundreds of permanent and contract opportunities across all roles, levels and platforms. Our Web-based tools help you see and apply for jobs matched automatically to your skills and preferences. When you're ready to interview we meet with you in person to help you build the technology career path you've always wanted. Visit www.randstad.ca to get started!

Senior Technical WriterDuties & Responsibilities:• Work closely with engineers and specialists to create and publish management system documentation, technical standards, policies, procedures, and other documentation to support the safe and reliable operations of energy companies.• Understand and translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and accurate technical documentation targeting a wide range of audiences.• Ensure that management system documentation follow established writing rules, company standards, and legal requirements.• Create document templates and other internal processes and standards, leveraging existing content.• Perform copy/edit and provide suggestions for improving structure, presentation, and delivery of content to end-users to resolve information gaps and inconsistencies.• Create and update technical illustrations, graphics, and job aids as needed.• Provide guidance on technical writing principles to Safety and Reliability team, as needed• Provide suggestions for continuous improvement of existing department standards and processes.• Manage multiple streams of work and parallel deadlines• Demonstrate strong work ethic in all areasMUST HAVE qualifications:• 7+ years of technical communications experience in an engineering, IT, or technical environment• Solid understanding of single-sourcing principles and structured and topic-based authoring.• Experience creating deliverables in PDF, HTML, and other output formats.• DITA authoring experience and experience with oXygen XML Editor is strongly desired.• Familiarity with version control systems or component content management systems (Ixiasoft DITA CMS preferred).• Experience with Adobe Technical Communication Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.• Familiarity with SharePoint, XML, HTML, CSS is strongly desired.• Ability to work collaboratively in a sharing, supporting team environment.• University degree in any area of study and Technical Communications certificatePlease send your resume in confidence to paul.dusome@randstad.caAdvantages• Experience creating deliverables in PDF, HTML, and other output formats.• DITA authoring experience and experience with oXygen XML Editor is strongly desired.ResponsibilitiesSenior Technical WriterDuties & Responsibilities:• Work closely with engineers and specialists to create and publish management system documentation, technical standards, policies, procedures, and other documentation to support the safe and reliable operations of energy companies.• Understand and translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and accurate technical documentation targeting a wide range of audiences.• Ensure that management system documentation follow established writing rules, company standards, and legal requirements.• Create document templates and other internal processes and standards, leveraging existing content.• Perform copy/edit and provide suggestions for improving structure, presentation, and delivery of content to end-users to resolve information gaps and inconsistencies.• Create and update technical illustrations, graphics, and job aids as needed.• Provide guidance on technical writing principles to Safety and Reliability team, as needed• Provide suggestions for continuous improvement of existing department standards and processes.• Manage multiple streams of work and parallel deadlines• Demonstrate strong work ethic in all areasMUST HAVE qualifications:• 7+ years of technical communications experience in an engineering, IT, or technical environment• Solid understanding of single-sourcing principles and structured and topic-based authoring.• Experience creating deliverables in PDF, HTML, and other output formats.• DITA authoring experience and experience with oXygen XML Editor is strongly desired.• Familiarity with version control systems or component content management systems (Ixiasoft DITA CMS preferred).• Experience with Adobe Technical Communication Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.• Familiarity with SharePoint, XML, HTML, CSS is strongly desired.• Ability to work collaboratively in a sharing, supporting team environment.• University degree in any area of study and Technical Communications certificatePlease send your resume in confidence to paul.dusome@randstad.caQualificationsMUST HAVE qualifications:• 7+ years of technical communications experience in an engineering, IT, or technical environment• Solid understanding of single-sourcing principles and structured and topic-based authoring.• Experience creating deliverables in PDF, HTML, and other output formats.• DITA authoring experience and experience with oXygen XML Editor is strongly desired.SummarySenior Technical WriterDuties & Responsibilities:• Work closely with engineers and specialists to create and publish management system documentation, technical standards, policies, procedures, and other documentation to support the safe and reliable operations of energy companies.• Understand and translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and accurate technical documentation targeting a wide range of audiences.• Ensure that management system documentation follow established writing rules, company standards, and legal requirements.• Create document templates and other internal processes and standards, leveraging existing content.• Perform copy/edit and provide suggestions for improving structure, presentation, and delivery of content to end-users to resolve information gaps and inconsistencies.• Create and update technical illustrations, graphics, and job aids as needed.• Provide guidance on technical writing principles to Safety and Reliability team, as needed• Provide suggestions for continuous improvement of existing department standards and processes.• Manage multiple streams of work and parallel deadlines• Demonstrate strong work ethic in all areasMUST HAVE qualifications:• 7+ years of technical communications experience in an engineering, IT, or technical environment• Solid understanding of single-sourcing principles and structured and topic-based authoring.• Experience creating deliverables in PDF, HTML, and other output formats.• DITA authoring experience and experience with oXygen XML Editor is strongly desired.• Familiarity with version control systems or component content management systems (Ixiasoft DITA CMS preferred).• Experience with Adobe Technical Communication Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.• Familiarity with SharePoint, XML, HTML, CSS is strongly desired.• Ability to work collaboratively in a sharing, supporting team environment.• University degree in any area of study and Technical Communications certificatePlease send your resume in confidence to paul.dusome@randstad.ca

Our large enterprise Edmonton client requires a Junior level Technical Writer on contract for 12 months with likely extension. This position will be responsible for developing, writing and editing technical material for reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instruction books, catalogs, and related technical and administrative publicationsAdvantagesWorking within a large and dynamic enterprise environment in Edmonton, Alberta, showcasing your Business Analysis experience!ResponsibilitiesRole and Responsibilities• Responsibilities include developing, writing and editing technical material for reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instruction books, catalogs, and related technical and administrative publications• Responsible for translating technical characteristics and complexities of an application or procedure into understandable reference documentation, web-based or otherwise.• Create and maintain both formatting and vocabulary standards to maintain consistency in current and future content• Conduct interviews and facilitate workshops to determine the requirements• Write those documents and validate with stakeholders.• Write, edit and improve web content within specified quality standards.• Ensure content is written and presented in a format that meets web usability standards, and is consistent with specified design guidelines and brand image.• Evaluate weaknesses in existing documentation’s content and readability, and recommend areas to be re-written.• Simplify and streamline content on the websites for ease of reading and searching.• Apply plain language and design principles to the websites to help the various audiences understand information on these sites, and access information within minimal levels.• Where appropriate, submit suggestions for changes to the information architecture.• Provide advice, but not actual production services, on how best to integrate text with multimedia and social media.• Document and report on the project status.• Provide or participate in other deliverables, as required.QualificationsExperience and Qualifications• Degree in a related discipline• Demonstrated technical writing experience.• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of products.• Proficient with the use of online and printed publishing technologies• Strong written and verbal communication skills.SummaryIf you believe you are the right candidate for this position, please contact your local Randstad Technologies representative or email jamie.knox@randstad.ca your resume for consideration.

Our client is a leader in financial services and is looking to add to their team .Are you a professional with experience working with Group Benefits Insurance Contracts, who enjoys contract review/writing and is highly attentive to details? This could be the opportunity for you!If you are eager, have the required experience, and thrive in fast pace environments, then this is the role for youAdvantages•Full Time Permanent Role •Top Employer in Canada•$50000- $60000 depending on experience + Benefits + Vacation•Flexible work timings•Working for home Responsibilities•Analyze customer/client requirements (new business, endorsements, update / create booklets and contracts)•Analyze and interpret the documents from the previous insurer (contract, booklets)•Compare the proposal, specifications, prior carrier documents and any other documents supplied with our standard contract and the Underwriting deviation grid.•Responsible to prepare contracts with member specific information for Legal/Disability clients when requested.•Create/Issue a group insurance application for all new sales.•Responsible for review and validation of all documents (contract, booklet and endorsements) produced to ensure accurate contract information is provided to the client •responsible for the drafting, production, customization and printing of all contracts, booklets and endorsements that are distributed to group clients•Working closely with internal partners (Implementation Specialists, Contract analysts, Sales and Service)•Communicating with various department to obtain required documentsQualifications•3– 4 years Group Insurance experience specifically in the area of group contracts.•Bachelor (administration, translation, literature or text revision) or equivalent would be an asset.•Strong knowledge of Group Insurance, contracts, contract and booklet creation.•Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word•High attention to detail•Excellent communication in English (written and spoken), French would be an asset.•Strong knowledge of Group systems, PC and Web applications, Group Insurance products and procedures•Excellent organization, planning and multitasking skills, able to manage several projects simultaneously and work under pressure.•Provide a prompt and courteous service with high focus on quality to all internal departments and external clients.SummaryIf interested please apply online and email your resume to dassler.coutinho@randstad.ca