Technical Writer

Senior Technical Writer /   Tier 1 Mining Company | 3-Month Contract + Extensions

We are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Writer / Knowledge Management Specialist to support a Tier 1 mining organisation during a critical operational phase. This role will focus on technical documentation and knowledge management for a new processing plant preparing to take first ore in February.
This is a 3-month contract with strong potential for extension, offering a mix of office, remote, and site-based work.
Key Details

• Contract: Initial 3 months with extensions likely
• Location: Perth-based with site travel required as needed
• Flexibility: 2 days working from home
• Industry: Tier 1 Mining / Major Projects
• Rate: $77.00 - $87.00 

About the Role This position provides document management, control, and technical writing support within a defined governance framework. You will enable effective Knowledge Management (KM) practices across Document Management & Control, Content Management, Knowledge Sharing, and Collaboration.
You’ll work closely with project teams, document controllers, and stakeholders to ensure high-quality, compliant documentation supporting plant commissioning and early operations.
Key Accountabilities

• Assist with the delivery of a standard Knowledge Management system, including process improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with Knowledge Management strategies, systems, processes, and regulatory requirements (global and regional)
• Provide quality assurance for documentation accuracy, consistency, and compliance with company and regulatory standards
• Control, capture, register, and disseminate documentation from multiple internal and external sources
• Liaise with internal and external document controllers and stakeholders to ensure consistent application of information management principles
• Participate in Knowledge Management forums across the business to promote best-practice adoption
• Provide guidance, training, and ongoing support in KM best practices, particularly:
  
  • Document Management & Control
  • Content Management
  • Knowledge Sharing & Collaboration
• Support backfilling of site/project roles as required
• Provide technical support for Knowledge Management systems, including SAP

About You

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Technical Writer, Knowledge Management Specialist, or Document Controller within mining, resources, or major projects
• Strong understanding of document control governance frameworks and lifecycle management
• Proven experience supporting operational readiness, commissioning, or new plant start-ups(highly regarded)
• Hands-on experience with SAP and enterprise document management systems
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and ability to work across technical and operational teams
• High attention to detail with a practical, delivery-focused mindset
• Comfortable with site travel when required

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work with a Tier 1 mining company on a high-profile operational project
• Flexible working arrangements with WFH options
• Exposure to a new plant entering operation
• Strong likelihood of contract extension

If you are an experienced Technical Writer or Knowledge Management professional looking to make an impact during a critical project phase, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion or send your resume to Konrad.poprawa@chandlermacleod.com 


At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living
with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.