Document Controller

Tianqi Lithium Energy Australia; Perth; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonus

Superannuation

Long service leave (pro rata)

Award and recognition program

Inclusive and diverse environment

Job summary

Tianqi Lithium Energy Australia is seeking a dedicated Document Controller to manage and protect controlled documents at our Kwinana plant. You will oversee document control systems, ensure accurate revisions and access for authorised personnel, and support engineering, maintenance and projects throughout their lifecycle.

The role emphasizes governance, auditing and continuous improvement of document workflows, with collaboration across Operations, Reliability and Procurement teams.

Qualifications

• Certificate, Diploma or demonstrated experience in Document Control, Information Management or related discipline.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in document control within industrial/mining environments.
• Experience with document management systems and revision control practices.
• Familiarity with engineering/technical documentation and lifecycle management.
• Strong attention to detail and clear written communication.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and administer document management systems for controlled documents.
• Control engineering, operational and project documentation with proper revisions and metadata.
• Maintain document registers, transmittals and tracking for technical records.
• Coordinate review, approval, distribution and archiving of controlled documents.
• Support MoC, plant modifications and capital projects with timely doc updates.
• Coordinate as-built documentation and project handover records for operational systems.
• Maintain plant master documentation and ensure auditable records.
• Monitor compliance through audits, quality checks and reporting.
• Provide document control support to operations, engineering and external contractors.
• Deliver document control training and user support across the business.
• Contribute to improving document control systems, templates and workflows.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Organisational and prioritisation

Education

Document Control qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

M-Files

Job description

OUR CULTURE

We are a joint venture between Tianqi Lithium Corporation and IGO Ltd. As pioneers in the Australian lithium industry, we've already achieved great things, including building the first battery-grade lithium hydroxide plant in Australia, paving the way for Australia to be a major player in the global transition to a clean energy future.

We’re looking for people who want to be a part of the industry of the future - people who work with purpose and urgency, take initiative, and rise to challenges. We're seeking individuals who empower others, embrace innovation, and want to work in an open and supportive environment, where teamwork and collaboration are valued.

At TLEA, you’ll be part of a team that is excited to be involved in a world-class project that benefits not only the Western Australian community but the world.

About The Position

Are you passionate about making a real impact?

TLEA is welcoming applications for a full-time Document Controller to join our team working at our Kwinana plant.

The successful applicant will be responsible for the effective administration, control, distribution, retention, and integrity of controlled technical and operational documentation across Tianqi Lithium Kwinana (TLK).

The role supports both Operations and Projects by ensuring engineering, maintenance, process, project, vendor, and operational documents are accurately managed throughout their lifecycle. The position works closely with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Projects, Reliability, Procurement, and external contractors to maintain compliance with document control standards and ensure personnel have access to current and approved information.

The Document Controller supports the Lead Document Controller in maintaining document control systems, governance processes, revision control, project handovers, and management of plant master records, ensuring documentation remains accurate, auditable, and fit for operational use.

In addition to possessing our core values of distinction, pragmatism, honesty, tenacity and innovation, this position will suit an individual with prior experience of Brownfields operations and environments.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain and administer document management systems to ensure controlled documents are accurately managed throughout their lifecycle and remain accessible to authorised users.
• Control engineering, operational and project documentation, ensuring document numbering, revisions, approvals and metadata are maintained in accordance with company standards.
• Maintain document registers, transmittals and tracking processes to support effective management of technical, operational and project records.
• Coordinate the review, approval, distribution and archiving of controlled documents to ensure information is current, accurate and readily available.
• Support Management of Change (MoC), plant modifications and capital projects by ensuring documentation is updated, reviewed and issued in a timely manner.
• Coordinate As-Built documentation and project handover records to ensure complete and accurate transfer of information into operational systems.
• Maintain the integrity of plant master documentation, including engineering drawings, procedures, specifications, technical standards and vendor documentation.
• Monitor compliance with document control procedures and standards through routine audits, quality checks and reporting activities.
• Provide document control support to Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Reliability and Project teams, as well as external contractors and service providers.
• Deliver document control training, inductions and user support to promote effective document management practices across the business.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of document control systems, procedures, templates and workflows.
• Support operational, shutdown and project activities by providing timely, accurate and professional document control services to stakeholders

What You Can Bring

• Certificate, Diploma or demonstrated experience in Document Control, Information Management, Business Administration or related discipline.
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in document control within industrial, mining, processing, oil & gas, chemical or manufacturing environments.
• Experience working with document management systems, preferably M-Files.
• Understanding of engineering and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of document lifecycle management and revision control practices.
• Strong attention to detail and document accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

What We Offer

• Contribute to a green and sustainable industry of the future.
• Competitive salary with a performance-based discretionary bonus structure
• Additional Superannuation
• Award and recognition program
• Long service leave option after 5 years (pro rata)
• Supportive colleagues committed to your success and well-being
• Inclusive and diverse work environment

LOCATION

TLEA proudly acknowledges and the Whadjuk and Gnaala Karla Boodja people of the Noongar Nation, as the traditional custodians of the Kwinana area, where we operate our plant.

Perth, WA, AU, 6167

Kwinana is 38 km from the Perth central business district, 20 km from City of Fremantle and just 7km from Rockingham.

At Tianqi Lithium Energy Australia, we embrace and recognise the value of diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We welcome and encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds.