Senior Document Controller - 1290

React Recruitment Ltd; Dover; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Document Controller in Dover for a permanent full-time position. The candidate will drive excellence in document and record management and ensure compliance with standards. Required qualifications include an HNC qualification or significant relevant experience. A competitive salary up to £40K pa is offered along with benefits including 25 days leave, free parking, and health care.

Benefits

25 days leave

8 bank holidays

Free parking

Contributory pension

Discretional annual bonus

Health care

Qualifications

• Experience in large infrastructure organisations is preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO55001 practices is a plus.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of document control policies.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external standards.
• Manage document control operations and systems.

Skills

Strong knowledge of electronic document management systems

Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills

Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Collaborative team player

Education

HNC qualification or significant document control experience

Tools

Electronic document management systems

Power Query

Job description

Overview

Our client is seeking a Senior Document Controller to join their team in a permanent full-time position (no remote working).

Job Title: Senior Document Controller

Location: Dover

Salary: up to £40K pa depending on experience

Hours: 8.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday

Benefits: 25 days leave + 8 BH, free parking, contributory pension, Discretional annual bonus, Health Care, LA - lots more

Are you a seasoned document control professional ready to lead and innovate in a dynamic infrastructure environment? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward thinking; dynamic company; working in a varied environment that offers career progression and a generous benefits package.

Responsibilities

The Senior Document Controller will drive excellence in document and record management across the Engineering team. You will be the strategic lead for all document control activities, ensuring robust governance, compliance, and continuous improvement throughout the asset lifecycle. You’ll be the go-to expert, shaping processes, training teams, and ensuring documentation meets the highest standards.

• Lead the development and implementation of document control policies and systems
• Ensure compliance with internal and external standards and audit requirements
• Manage day-to-day document control operations and systems (DMS and asset management)
• Conduct quality checks and audits, ensuring data integrity and traceability
• Deliver training and support to Engineering staff on document control processes
• Drive process improvements, digitalisation, and automation initiatives
• Produce reports and analytics on compliance, performance, and risks

Qualifications and Experience

• HNC qualification or significant document control experience within large infrastructure organisations.
• Strong knowledge of electronic document management systems and asset lifecycle documentation
• Familiarity with ISO55001 and mature asset management practices
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Power Query
• Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving and organisational skills
• A collaborative team player with strong communication and mentoring abilities
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle