Document Controller

MMD Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 128,000 - 168,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive day rate

Six-month contract with extension

Sydney project exposure

Supportive project team

Job summary

MMD Recruitment is seeking an experienced Document Controller to join a leading Tier 1 contractor on a major construction and infrastructure project in Sydney, NSW. The role requires 3–5 years in document control within construction or engineering sectors.

Based in Sydney, you will manage document control processes, EDMS usage and approvals while coordinating with project teams to meet strict deadlines on a high-profile program.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of proven experience in a Document Controller position or similar role.
• Must have previous document control experience within construction, infrastructure or engineering projects.
• Experience working with Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractors on major projects is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain and control all project documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
• Oversee document registers, revision control, approvals and distribution processes.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors and key stakeholders.
• Maintain and update electronic document management systems (EDMS).
• Track document submissions, reviews and approvals to ensure deadlines are achieved.
• Ensure project records are accurately filed, organised and readily accessible.
• Support project teams with document reporting, audits and compliance requirements.

Skills

Document control

Stakeholder coordination

EDMS experience

Microsoft Office

Tools

Aconex

TeamBinder

SharePoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

MMD Recruitment is a specialist recruitment firm based in Sydney, providing tailored staffing solutions across Australia's construction, infrastructure, commercial and energy sectors.

We partner with leading Tier 1 contractors and major organisations to connect experienced professionals with exciting projects and long-term career opportunities.

Role Description

We are currently seeking an experienced Document Controller to join a leading Tier 1 contractor working on a major construction and infrastructure project in Sydney, NSW.

The successful candidate must have 3–5 years of relevant document control experience within the construction, infrastructure or engineering sectors, ideally working on major projects for Tier 1 contractors.

• Position: Document Controller
• Location: Sydney, NSW
• Experience Required: 3–5 years in a similar role

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain and control all project documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
• Oversee document registers, revision control, approvals and distribution processes.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors and key stakeholders.
• Maintain and update electronic document management systems (EDMS).
• Track document submissions, reviews and approvals to ensure deadlines are achieved.
• Ensure project records are accurately filed, organised and readily accessible.
• Support project teams with document reporting, audits and compliance requirements.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of proven experience in a Document Controller position or similar role.
• Must have previous document control experience within construction, infrastructure or engineering projects.
• Experience working with Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractors on major projects is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of document control procedures, records management and project documentation.
• Proficiency in EDMS platforms such as Aconex, TeamBinder, SharePoint or similar.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple documentation streams in a fast-paced project environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive day rate of $800 + GST.
• Minimum six-month contract with potential extension.
• Opportunity to work with a leading Tier 1 contractor.
• Exposure to major construction and infrastructure projects in Sydney.
• Supportive project team and professional working environment.