Document Control Lead

-; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Document Controller Lead to oversee documentation policies for various projects. The successful candidate will manage the Document Control team, ensuring compliance with nuclear industry standards and maintaining document integrity throughout the project lifecycle. Strong knowledge of document control procedures, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work independently are essential. The position offers competitive remuneration and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration

Peer-to-peer recognition program

Life insurance

Pension plan

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Good working knowledge of all relevant regulations and legislation.
• Ability to work alone and manage a project team.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Control all project documentation from creation to retrieval.
• Ensure integrity of electronic documentation.
• Liaise with clients regarding quality control.

Skills

Good working knowledge of the Nuclear industry

Excellent document control procedures knowledge

Excellent organisational skills

Excellent time management

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

SharePoint

SAP

Job description

Welcome to the future of nuclear energy, where Westinghouse Electric Company is leading the field with expertise and innovation to shape the power of tomorrow. At Westinghouse, innovation is in our DNA. We are creative. We think differently. We reimagine the possible across the nuclear industry every day.

Document Controller Lead

Westinghouse Electric Company
Springfields

About the role:

As a Document Controller Lead you will have the lead role in delivering document control policies and procedures for a portfolio of projects, covering the full information lifecycle, from document creation, review and approval through to release, retention and retrieval. The individual will be the key point of contact, responsible for ensuring the flow of project documentation in accordance with key processes & procedures and in support of project requirements, managing the Document Control team providing training, support and guidance, as required.

You will report to the Programme Manager and be located at Springfields.

Key Responsibilities:

• Control of all project documentation from document creation, review and approval through to release, retention & retrieval.
• Ensuring revision, status and stage control of all project documentation.
• Maintain and ensure integrity and accuracy of Electronic Documentation.
• Maintain and ensure integrity and accuracy of Project Document Registers.
• Maintain the Export Control tracker and record activities for all Projects.
• Effectively manage the flow of information and maintain Document Distribution lists.
• Monitor Workflow for Project Management / Engineering / Design documentation.
• Monitor Workflow for approval / acceptance of Client / Sub-contractor / Supplier Documentation.
• Ensure full auditability of document control arrangements for both internal and externally produced documentation.
• Production of weekly reports of outstanding deliverables and issue weekly to the Project Team for action.
• Monitor deliverable documentation progress against the project quality arrangements, identifying areas of concern to the project and where necessary escalate to the Project Manager.
• Liaise with clients to understand their requirements / expectations for quality control.

Qualifications:

• Good working knowledge of the Nuclear industry and all relevant regulations and legislation.
• Excellent working knowledge of document control procedures and best practices from document creation, review and approval through to release, retention and retrieval.
• Excellent working knowledge of setting up and managing electronic database management systems.
• Good knowledge of Design, Vendor, Construction, NEC3 Data Processes.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to work alone and as part of a larger team, whilst managing the project DC team.
• Systematic and logical approach to tasks.
• Excellent time management and ability to prioritise workloads.
• Excellent communication skills; written, verbal plus analytical & problem‑solving skills.
• Computer literate with experience in using software packages relevant to the role e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, Internet. Training on Westinghouse application such as Prime and SAP will be given as required.
• The ability to produce accurate and appropriate information in a timely manner.

Why Westinghouse?

We know that to put forth your best effort, you need to be challenged and enjoy what you do in a supportive and respectful environment. We aim to maintain this balance by offering our employees the amenities, benefits and training they need to reach personal and professional goals.

Benefits:

• Attractive remuneration
• Great benefits for your convenience and safety:
  • Peer-to-peer recognition program.
  • Life insurance
  • Pension plan
  • Employee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members
• Learning and development opportunities.
• We encourage our employees to participate in community service events and other team‑building activities to strengthen their bonds and inspire each other.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Employment opportunities may require access to information which is subject to the export control regulations of the United States. Hiring decisions for such positions are required by law to be made in compliance with these regulations. Applicants for employment opportunities in other countries must be able to meet the comparable export control requirements of that country and of the United States.