Operational Readiness Assurance Technical Writers Coordinator
Location: Port, Turkey
Project: Field Development – Onshore Scope
Role Overview
The ORA Technical Writers Coordinator will manage and oversee the development, review, and delivery of technical documentation required for operational readiness. This includes operating manuals, maintenance procedures, safety guidelines, and compliance documents. The role ensures that all documentation meets project standards, regulatory requirements, and is delivered on schedule to support commissioning and start-up.
Key Responsibilities
Documentation Management:
Coordinate the creation, review, and approval of technical documents including operating procedures, maintenance manuals, and readiness checklists.Team Coordination:
Lead and support a team of technical writers, ensuring consistency and quality across all deliverables.Standards Compliance:
Ensure documentation adheres to company, project, and regulatory standards (including Turkish regulations and international best practices).Interface Management:
Liaise with engineering, commissioning, operations, and HSE teams to gather accurate technical information for documentation.Quality Assurance:
Implement document control processes and perform quality checks to maintain accuracy and completeness.Scheduling & Reporting:
Track progress of documentation deliverables, maintain dashboards, and report status to ORA leadership.Training & Support:
Provide guidance to technical writers and stakeholders on documentation standards and tools.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technical Communication, or related discipline.
- Minimum 5–8 years of experience in technical writing or documentation coordination within oil & gas or large industrial projects.
- Strong understanding of operational readiness and commissioning processes.
- Familiarity with document control systems and technical writing tools.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Knowledge of Turkish regulatory compliance and local content requirements is an advantage.
Skills
- Technical writing and editing.
- Document control and quality assurance.
- Project coordination and scheduling.
- Proficiency in MS Office and document management systems.