Product Compliance & Technical Writer Assistant

Job No:  202103

Location: Midrand

Salary:  R 30 000 - R 35 000 Per Month

 

We’re looking for a talented, highly functional candidate to assist with product compliance & certification, writing of high-quality technical documentation such as product manuals and data sheets and do administrative duties relating to the testing centre. 

 

QUALITIES WE ARE LOOKING FOR 

• You’ll have the opportunity to use your applied reasoning and strong analytical skills to collaborate with many cross functional teams,  listening and learning from their expertise, experiences and needs.  

• You will work within a fast-paced and dynamic working environment. You know how to set a high bar for quality and accuracy for your  documentation and you will hold your communications and action to the same standard.  If you believe you tick all the boxes, then this is the right job for you! 

 

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A PRODUCT COMPLIANCE & TECHNICAL WRITER ASSISTANT… 

• Assist in the creation and modification of high-quality written content i.e. technical product documentation, regulatory compliance  related documentation, user and help guides manuals), and other materials and make sure it meets compliance standards. 

• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of updates to documents and review, revise and edit documents accordingly. 

• Drive cross functional engagement with subject-matter experts. 

• Actively participate in project related meetings. 

• Provide regular updates and reports on progress, concerns, or gaps. 

• Participate in validation and testing activities as needed. 

 

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE 

• Minimum 1 – year work experience in a product testing, quality  control environment. 

• Experience dealing with SABS / NRCS / ICASA etc. an  advantage. 

• Must have excellent organizational, administrative, clerical,  writing / typing / good grammar skills. 

• Must be able to interpret and provide information accurately  and thoroughly - precision and attention to detail is a must. ∙ Being “hands-on”.  

• Focused and independent, ability to self-manage time and  priorities. 

• Great interpersonal and strong communication skills on various  levels. 

• Ability to handle pressure. 

• Manage multiple instructions/tasks. 

 

QUALIFICATION & KNOWLEDGE 

• Matric Certificate. 

• National technical certificate, product compliance or similar or  studying towards. 

• Power tool & accessories product knowledge is a great advantage. 

• Proficient in MS Office including Excel. 

• Own transport.

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