ILS Specialist II – Technical Writer

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services

ILS Specialist II developing high-quality technical documentation for defence and shipbuilding. Collaborating within cross-functional teams to produce accurate user-focused publications.

Posted 6/4/2026full-timeNorth Vancouver • 🇨🇦 CanadaJuniorMid-Level💰 CA$90,000 - CA$110,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Developing, editing, and maintaining high-quality technical documentation to support Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) deliverables within a defence and shipbuilding environment.
Transforming complex engineering data into clear, accessible documentation - including operation, maintenance, and Illustrated Parts Catalogs.
Collaborating with engineering, logistics, and project teams to produce accurate, compliant, and user-focused technical publications.
Ensuring compliance of all deliverables with defence documentation requirements and internal quality management systems.
Utilizing authoring and content management tools to create, update, and publish structured documentation efficiently.
Performing validation activities, content verification, and publication quality checks.
Maintaining version control and managing configuration changes to technical documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
Contributing to the continuous improvement of documentation standards, templates, and authoring processes.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, Engineering, Communications, English, or a related discipline.
Minimum 2+ years of experience developing technical documentation, preferably within a defence, maritime, or heavy engineering environment.
Experience with structured documentation standard.
Familiarity with defence/shipbuilding industry standards and Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) frameworks is an asset.
Demonstrated ability to interpret and translate engineering drawings, data, and specifications into accurate documentation.
Strong command of technical writing principles, structure, and formatting for complex systems.
Proficient in technical authoring and content management tools, including Hico IPS Suite, R4i, Arbortext, Adobe FrameMaker, Raytheon Eagle, XML editors, and Microsoft Office.
Excellent attention to detail, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards.
Strong understanding of MIL-STD, or DEF STAN documentation frameworks.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.
Solid organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple deliverables under tight deadlines.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a focus on precision and readability.
Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively and manage stakeholder expectations.
Analytical approach to identifying content gaps and improving documentation efficiency.
Proactive attitude toward continuous improvement and innovation in publication methods.
Commitment to upholding safety, quality, and security compliance in a defence environment.
Ability to travel domestically occasionally.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus
Pension plan matching
Extended health care (massage therapy, speech therapy, mental health coverage, physiotherapy, and more)
Dental care
Vision care
Life insurance
Medical leave coverage
Parental leave coverage
$500 personal spending account
Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Optional hybrid work schedule
Access to Pemberton campus gym
Parking included
Complimentary shuttle bus service

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Hard Skills & Tools

technical writingstructured documentationengineering data interpretationdocumentation validationcontent verificationversion controldocumentation standardsauthoring principlesformatting for complex systemsdocumentation efficiency

Soft Skills

attention to detailorganizational skillstime managementwritten communicationverbal communicationinterpersonal skillsanalytical skillsproactive attitudecollaborationstakeholder management