Maritime Defence Document Controller

Austal; City Of Cockburn; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Austal in Henderson, Western Australia, is seeking a Document Controller to manage project technical data and the document lifecycle within a controlled environment. You will work both independently and with the team to ensure version control, timely approvals, and accurate metadata across the DMS.

The role requires at least two years in document control or records management, familiarity with EDMS, strong attention to detail, and good communication with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in document control or records management.
• Knowledge of electronic document management systems and metadata accuracy.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation, communication, and stakeholder engagement.
• Eligibility for a Defence Security Clearance.
• Desirable: qualification in document control or information management.

Responsibilities

• Manage document lifecycle including creation, review, approval, and distribution.
• Upload, publish, and maintain technical documentation and metadata within the DMS.
• Ensure version control and maintain accurate engineering document libraries.
• Track revisions, approvals, and maintain historical records.
• Perform quality checks and ensure delivery schedule compliance.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and process workflows.
• Prepare and organise audit packs for physical configuration audits.
• Maintain document registers, transmittals, and handling fast-paced retrieval requests.
• Manage and expedite supplier deliverables and documentation.

Skills

Document control

Records management

Attention to detail

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Qualification in document control or information management

Tools

Electronic Document Management System (EDMS)

Job description

Austal in Henderson, Western Australia, is seeking a Document Controller to manage project technical data and the document lifecycle within a controlled environment. You will work both independently and with the team to ensure version control, timely approvals, and accurate metadata across the DMS.

The role requires at least two years in document control or records management, familiarity with EDMS, strong attention to detail, and good communication with stakeholders.