Document Controller

Hythe Engineering Ltd; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Document Controller, where you'll manage and safeguard critical project documentation. This role is essential for ensuring compliance and streamlining processes within high-impact projects. With a focus on quality and precision, you'll collaborate with various teams, providing support and training on document management systems. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including a contributory pension scheme and private medical insurance, making it an exciting opportunity for detail-oriented professionals looking to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Private medical insurance

24/7 employee assistance programme

Life assurance scheme

Competitive holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in document control, preferably in engineering or construction.
• Strong understanding of document control systems and project lifecycles.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of documents: creation, revision, approval, and archiving.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards.

Skills

Document Control

Attention to Detail

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

MS Office Proficiency

Document Management Software

Job description

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.

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 note that roles at Hythe Engineering require security clearance. Successful candidates must obtain security clearance for the position.

Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme.
• Private medical insurance, including optical and dental.
• 24/7 employee assistance programme.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Competitive holiday allowance.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £35,000.00-£42,500.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Can you obtain successful security clearance?

Work Location: In person