Document Controller - (Quality Control)

Orbit International Survey Services; Sharjah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading asset integrity engineering firm in Sharjah seeks a skilled Document Controller. The candidate will manage project-related documents and ensure compliance with standards. Ideal applicants should have a degree in engineering, 4+ years in a similar role, and strong organizational skills. Proficiency in MS Office and knowledge of Primavera are advantageous. Join a team focused on safety, quality, and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in a similar role within a shipyard or construction environment.
• Strong understanding of piping construction and multi-trade coordination.
• Ability to read piping drawings and weld maps.

Responsibilities

• Manage all project-related document transmittals with revision control.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Project Management teams on document issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Primavera

Job description

Orbit International Survey Services (Orbit ISS) is an industrial asset integrity engineering management firm based in United Arab Emirates, since 2006. We are an ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 & ISO 45001:2018 accredited company and have provided asset integrity solutions to high-profile clients throughout the Middle East, North America, and Asia. Founded on the principles of safety, quality, and environmental stewardship, Orbit ISS is committed to providing world-class services and technology that help our clients address complex challenges in the oil, gas, marine and renewable energy sectors.

Visit our website at www.orbitiss.com to learn more.

Role Overview

Orbit ISS is looking for a skilled Document Controller – (Quality Control) to join our team. The ideal candidate will ensure accurate document management, revision control, and seamless coordination across project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all project-related document transmittals with proper revision control.
• Maintain organized document segregation, labeling, and updated databases.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Project Management, Commercial, and Yard teams on document issues, numbering, and revisions.
• Ensure latest documents are used at all work fronts and previous revisions are superseded correctly.
• Support planning activities including manhour tracking, project scheduling, and progress updates.
• Verify manhour bookings and highlight discrepancies to supervision.
• Assist in preparing project rundown curves and manpower loading plans.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering).
• Training in primavera/MS Project is an added advantage.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in a similar role within a shipyard or construction environment.
• Strong understanding of piping construction, shipyard processes, and multi-trade coordination.
• Ability to read piping drawings, material grades, weld maps, and spool trackers.
• Proficiency in MS Office; basic knowledge of Primavera is an advantage.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and manage multiple projects efficiently.