Technical Publications Supervisor

Position Overview:

Supervise a staff of writers and editors in preparing high quality technical publications that relate to the description, installation, maintenance and related equipment for customer approval and subsequent publication.

What You Will Do:

• Receive source data and ensure it is properly recorded in a Publications Management Database System.
• Monitor, evaluate and reassess short / long term priorities.
• Ensure editors and writers have the required specifications and source data to complete their task.
• Originate work packages and update the Publications Management Database as required.
• Co-ordinate work flow (writing, editing, Illustrating & Translating) between staff members.
• Ensure the Publication is technically correct / complete and the Publication is properly prepared for the customer’s validation.
• Determine formats and policies relating to publishing services.
• Responsible for the linguistic integrity of publications.
• Liaise with customer technical authorities.
• Organize detailed work estimates and manage work expenditures.
•  If required attend engineering review meetings, customer meetings and visit Customers facilities.
• Responsible for the day-to-day activities of the staff for which they are assigned.
•  Ensure daily time sheets are properly completed.
•  Monitor personnel problems of assigned staff.
• Perform Performance Appraisals for assigned staff.
• Other related duties as assigned by the Publications Manager.

What You Will Bring:

• Post-secondary technical writing or editing training or equivalent experience, within a technical publication s environment.
• Preferred 1 to 5-year experience in supervisory role or comparable role, preferably in a technical publications environment.
• Proven command of English grammar.
• Knowledgeable in the use of two or more of the following software platforms: MS Word, Adobe Framemaker, InDesign, Arbortext Epic Editor, Adobe Acrobat or comparable software for the creation of Technical Publications.
• Excellent verbal and above average written communication skills.
• Self-starter, dedicated to a high degree of accuracy, pride in workmanship, co-operative, able to work under pressure, thorough and meticulous, strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to quality.
• Familiarity with S1000D, ATA, CALs, MIL/STD Specifications, C-01-100-100/AG-006, SGML and XML would be considered a definite asset.
• Some knowledge of common Aircraft, Naval or Land mechanical, electrical or electronic systems may be considered an asset but is not required.
• Preference given to applicants with the capability to work in both official languages.
• Must be eligible to meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Canadian government security clearances.

What We Will Do For You:

• All of IMP's benefits become effective on your first day of work, regardless of your position.
• We offer a comprehensive Benefits Package, including RSP Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Long Service Awards, Volunteer Grant Program, Scholarship Program, and more!