Lead Document Controller

Tianqi Lithium Energy Australia; Perth; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonus

Additional Superannuation

Award and recognition program

Long service leave after 5 years

Supportive colleagues

Inclusive and diverse environment

Job summary

Tianqi Lithium Energy Australia invites applications for a full-time Lead Document Controller at our Kwinana plant. You will lead document control, govern information management, and own the document lifecycle across TLK Projects, aligning with Engineering, Projects and Operations.

Ideal candidates have a Diploma/Certificate in relevant fields, advanced M-Files skills, and proven leadership of document control on capital projects.

Qualifications

• Diploma/certificate in admin, information management or equivalent.
• Advanced proficiency in document control systems, especially M-Files.
• Strong understanding of engineering/project documentation (P&IDs, GA drawings, datasheets).
• Proven experience leading document control on capital projects.
• Excellent organisational/communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and govern document control and information management across TLEA Projects and Operations.
• Act as the single point of accountability for document control standards, workflows and compliance.
• Own and administer document control systems (M-Files, SharePoint, OneDrive, G Drive).
• Maintain document numbering, metadata, revision control and lifecycle management.
• Govern project and vendor documentation (MDRs, transmittals, status control).
• Support project delivery, commissioning and handover to operations.
• Provide leadership to Document Controllers and drive process improvements.

Skills

Document control leadership

Project documentation

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Communication

Education

Certificate/Diploma in Business Administration or Information Management

Tools

M-Files

SharePoint

OneDrive

G Drive

Job description

Date: 3 Sept 2026

Location: Perth, WA, AU, 6167

Company: Tianqi Lithium

Custom Field 1: 877

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 Max term Lead Document Controller to join our team working at our Kwinana plant.

The successful applicant will be responsible for leading and governing document control and information management activities across TLK Projects.

The role provides functional leadership to Document Controllers, owns document management systems and processes (M-Files, SharePoint, OneDrive, G Drive), and ensures consistent, compliant, and high-quality document control practices across all capital and sustaining projects.

The position acts as the single point of accountability for project document governance, vendor document management, transmittals, MDRs, and document lifecycle assurance, working closely with Engineering, Projects, Procurement, and Operations.

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

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and govern document control and information management across TLEA Projects and Operations.
• Act as the single point of accountability for document control standards, workflows, and compliance.
• Own and administer document control systems, primarily M-Files, and support information management across SharePoint, OneDrive, and G Drive.
• Maintain document numbering, metadata, revision control, and lifecycle management.
• Govern project and vendor documentation, including MDRs, VDDLs, transmittals, and status control (IFR, IFC, AFC, As-Built).
• Support project delivery, construction readiness, commissioning, and project-to-operations handover.
• Support Operations with controlled management of plant drawings, procedures, and technical records.
• Identify and resolve document control risks, gaps, and non-compliances.
• Provide functional leadership and guidance to Document Controllers across the business.
• Drive continuous improvement of document control processes, systems, and templates

What You Can Bring

• Certificate/Diploma in Business Administration, Information Management, or equivalent experience
• Advanced proficiency in document control systems, particularly M-Files
• Strong understanding of engineering and project documentation (P&IDs, GA drawings, datasheets, MDRs, MTOs)
• Proven experience leading or coordinating document control activities on capital projects
• Strong organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience in mining, processing, or heavy industrial projects is preferred
• Experience with vendor document management and construction handover is preferred
• Demonstrated experience in document control process improvement or system optimisation is preferred

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.

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.