Document Controller

Job Description

We are looking for a Document Controller to work on either a long term contract or permanent basis in Chorley/Hybrid.

The role is working a 4 day working week – Monday to Thursday.

Salary is c£26-30,000 per annum plus 25 days’ holiday and bank holidays, pension, healthcare etc

Contract rate is c£30 Ltd/Umbrella or PAYE Equivalient per hour.

About the Document Controller role:

The role involves managing project documentation, maintaining accurate records and ensuring all required quality documentation is completed and submitted in line with client requirements.

Key Responsibilities for the Document Controller:

• Compile, review and maintain project documentation and lifetime records.
• Check documents for accuracy, completeness and compliance with requirements.
• Coordinate document reviews, corrections and client submissions.
• Maintain document registers, filing structures, scanning, page numbering and retention records.
• Monitor documentation progress and report issues, risks and outstanding actions.
• Support internal and external audits, non-conformance reporting and corrective actions.
• Liaise with quality, engineering, manufacturing and project teams.

Requirements for the Document Controller role:

• Previous experience in document control within a project-based environment.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to prioritise workloads.
• Confident working independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with non-conformance reporting and root cause analysis would be advantageous.
• Experience within the nuclear sector is preferred but not essential.