231334 Technical Writer

Role overview

Researches and writes technical information-based material and documentation for articles, manuals, textbooks, handbooks or multimedia products, usually for education or corporate purposes.

Use this page to confirm the official title, the parent unit group, the task list and the related ANZSIC industry context before using the occupation in classification, reporting or migration-adjacent workflows.

Tasks

• Conducts research to acquire knowledge of the subject matter, technologies and processes to be documented
• Develops plans outlining the scope, objectives and timelines for creating or updating technical documentation
• Identifies the target audience and tailors documentation to their needs
• Collaborates with subject matter experts for accuracy
• Incorporates visual elements such as screenshots, diagrams and illustrations, to enhance the understanding of technical concepts
• Applies consistent formatting, style and branding
• Ensures that documentation complies with accessibility standards, industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Utilises various documentation tools and technologies, such as word processors and content management systems, to create, manage and publish documentation

Skill level guidance

Skill level helps place the occupation inside the ABS hierarchy. Use it as a classification cue, then check the actual task list and occupational context before making a decision for HR, visa or reporting work.

How to use this occupation page

Start with the official OSCA title and task list. Then confirm the parent unit group and compare the related occupations on this page if the job title is broad, overlapping or used differently across employers.

The ANZSIC links are there to help when the same occupation appears across several industries and you need the business-side classification as well.

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