Posted by IREN, through its employing entity Podtech Data Centers Inc., is recruiting an experienced Technical Writer to support its data centre operations across Canada and the United States. The position is listed as hybrid, with a location in British Columbia, Canada, and offers an annual base salary ranging from CAD $76,000 to $114,000.
The successful candidate will develop and manage technical documentation systems, prepare operating procedures, and create documentation for data centre operations, commissioning, and equipment handovers. This opportunity is intended for professionals with at least five years of technical writing experience in industrial, engineering, or data centre environments.
Job Overview
- Job Title: Technical Writer
- Company: IREN
- Employing Entity: Podtech Data Centers Inc.
- Location: British Columbia, Canada
- Work Arrangement: Hybrid
- Salary: CAD $76,000–$114,000 per year
- Experience: At least 5 years of relevant technical writing experience
- Education: Diploma or degree in technical communication, engineering, information management, or a related field
- Reporting Line: Director, Operations
- Travel Requirement: Regular travel to IREN sites in Canada and the United States
- Benefits: Extended health and dental coverage, three weeks of paid vacation
- Additional Compensation: Potential annual incentive bonus and equity
- Application Deadline: Open until filled
About the Employer
IREN is a data centre company focused on developing, owning, and operating facilities powered by 100% renewable energy.
The company supports high-performance computing applications and emphasizes sustainable infrastructure and responsible operations. Since its establishment in 2019, IREN has expanded from Australia into North America and is listed on NASDAQ.
The position is employed through Podtech Data Centers Inc., a member of the IREN Group.
Job Description
The Technical Writer will be responsible for developing and maintaining IREN’s operating documentation system. This includes creating standard operating procedures, maintenance procedures, emergency operating procedures, readiness documentation, and handover materials for data centre campuses.
The role requires close collaboration with engineers, technicians, site teams, contractors, and other subject matter experts. While technical specialists remain responsible for verifying and approving technical information, the Technical Writer will manage how that information is organized, documented, reviewed, and maintained.
An important part of the position involves checking procedures with technicians who use them in real working environments. The successful candidate will help ensure that documents are accurate, practical, easy to locate, and regularly updated.
Key Responsibilities
- Establish and manage a structured technical documentation system.
- Develop templates, writing guidelines, and documentation standards.
- Create reusable content and maintain consistent document structures.
- Publish technical materials in PDF, SharePoint, and the site knowledge base.
- Write and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Develop method of procedure (MOP) and emergency operating procedure (EOP) documentation.
- Prepare readiness procedures, acceptance criteria, checklists, and handover documents.
- Organize operating records generated during commissioning.
- Review engineering, manufacturer, and contractor documentation.
- Convert technical information into practical procedures for site teams.
- Verify procedures with technicians and record identified issues.
- Revise and retest procedures where necessary.
- Maintain an accessible library of current operating procedures.
- Coordinate document reviews with subject matter experts and approvers.
- Track outstanding reviews and ensure approved documents are submitted to Document Control.
- Maintain a procedure re-verification schedule.
- Incorporate lessons learned from site operations into document revisions.
- Establish documentation standards for commissioning and handover packages.
Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants must have substantial technical writing experience and the ability to manage complex documentation projects.
The listed requirements include:
- Diploma or degree in technical communication, engineering, information management, or a related field.
- At least five years of technical writing experience in an industrial, engineering, or data centre environment.
- Experience developing procedures that have been verified with technicians working directly with equipment.
- Experience building a technical documentation system from the beginning.
- Knowledge of templates, style guides, revision systems, and searchable document libraries.
- Proficiency in structured and single-source authoring.
- Experience with topic-based content and reusable variables or content snippets.
- Familiarity with multi-format publishing tools such as MadCap Flare, Paligo, or similar platforms.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SharePoint.
- Ability to read engineering drawings and technical documentation.
- Excellent organizational and attention-to-detail skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
- Strong communication and coordination skills.
- Ability to work with engineering, operations, and contractor teams.
- Willingness to travel regularly to company sites in Canada and the United States.
Additional Employment Requirements
The employer also identifies the following conditions:
- Pre-employment screening may include background checks and substance testing, depending on company policies.
- Applicants must provide their own steel-toed work boots.
- Other personal protective equipment will be supplied.
- Regular travel to IREN facilities in Canada and the United States is required.
- Employees must be flexible with working hours because the company operates across different countries and time zones.
Salary and Benefits
The advertised annual base salary ranges from CAD $76,000 to $114,000.
Actual compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, and regional market information.
The total compensation package may also include:
- Annual incentive bonus.
- Equity as a long-term incentive.
- Extended health benefits.
- Dental coverage.
- Three weeks of paid vacation.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is suitable for experienced Technical Writers with backgrounds in engineering, industrial operations, technical communication, or data centre documentation.
Candidates should have at least five years of relevant experience and be comfortable developing technical procedures, managing documentation systems, and coordinating with engineering and operations teams.
Professionals with experience using structured authoring tools, SharePoint, MadCap Flare, or Paligo may be particularly suited to the position.
Applicants must also be willing to travel regularly between company locations in Canada and the United States.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How much does IREN pay Technical Writers?
The advertised annual base salary ranges from CAD $76,000 to $114,000.
2. Where is the Technical Writer job located?
The position is listed in British Columbia, Canada, with a hybrid working arrangement.
3. How much experience is required?
Applicants must have at least five years of technical writing experience in an industrial, engineering, or data centre environment.
4. What educational qualifications are required?
A diploma or degree in technical communication, engineering, information management, or a related field is required.
5. What are the main responsibilities?
The role involves developing operating procedures, managing technical documentation systems, preparing commissioning and handover materials, and verifying procedures with site technicians.
6. Which software and tools should applicants know?
The listing identifies Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and structured authoring tools such as MadCap Flare, Paligo, or similar platforms.
7. Does the position require travel?
Yes. Regular travel to IREN sites in Canada and the United States is required.
8. What benefits are included?
The listed benefits include extended health and dental coverage, three weeks of paid vacation, and potential annual incentive bonuses and equity.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience criteria should submit their application.
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