Document Controller

Hythe Group Ltd.; Fareham; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance (optical &

24/7 employee assistance program

Job summary

Hythe Engineering is seeking a meticulous Document Controller to safeguard and streamline project documentation across fast-paced initiatives. You will oversee creation, revision, approval, distribution, and secure archiving, ensuring lifecycle integrity and regulatory compliance.

Strong communication and system-training skills are essential. Experience in engineering or technical sectors, plus proficiency in MS Office and document management software, will help you coordinate across teams and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in document control within engineering, construction, or technical sectors.
• Strong understanding of document control systems and project lifecycles.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational, and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and document management software.
• Clear and confident written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of documents: creation, revision, approval, distribution, and secure archiving.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Act as the go-to liaison between teams and stakeholders for document coordination and communication.
• Maintain data integrity, version control, and secure access to critical project files.
• Provide user support and training for document management systems.
• Prepare detailed reports on document status, distribution, and compliance.

Skills

Document control

MS Office

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Document management software

Job description

THE ROLE

Are you an organised, detail-oriented professional with a passion for process and precision? Join our dynamic team as a Document Controller and play a vital role in managing, safeguarding, and streamlining project documentation to support high-impact projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the full lifecycle of documents: creation, revision, approval, distribution, and secure archiving.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Act as the go-to liaison between teams and stakeholders for document coordination and communication.
• Maintain data integrity, version control, and secure access to critical project files.
• Provide user support and training for document management systems.
• Prepare detailed reports on document status, distribution, and compliance.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in document control, preferably within engineering, construction, or technical sectors.
• Strong understanding of document control systems and project lifecycles.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational, and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and document management software.
• Clear and confident communication skills – both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Please be aware that roles at Hythe Engineering require security clearance. Successful candidates must be able to meet the requirements to obtain, and maintain, appropriate security clearance to be considered for this position

BENEFITS:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Private medical insurance, including optical and dental
• 24/7 employee assistance program

About Us

Hythe Engineering is a trusted partner to some of the UK’s leading Defence, Renewable and Nuclear contractors. We specialise in bespoke design and manufacturing solutions, with an emphasis on quality, safety and technical excellence.