Junior Document Controller

Metlen Plc; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive remuneration package

Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

METLEN Energy & Metals is seeking a Document Controller for its Renewables Division in the UK. You will support the management, distribution, and control of project documentation throughout the construction lifecycle, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for project teams, clients, and subcontractors.

You will work closely with the Document Control Manager to maintain registers, manage revisions, and ensure adherence to procedures and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an administrative or document control role is desirable but not essential.
• Experience in construction, engineering, infrastructure, or renewable energy projects is advantageous.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced project environment.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn and develop.
• Good IT skills with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Familiarity with electronic Document Management Systems (e.g., Aconex, SharePoint, ProjectWise, Autodesk Construction Cloud) is advantageous.
• Understanding of document control principles and quality management (ISO 9001) is desirable.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Support the Document Control Manager in day-to-day project document management.
• Register, receive, distribute, and archive project documents per procedures.
• Ensure access to latest approved drawings via the Document Management System.
• Maintain document registers and audit trails throughout the lifecycle.
• Issue reference numbers and manage document revisions as required.
• Monitor workflows to ensure timely reviews and distributions.
• Assist with document transmittals and handover records.
• Ensure compliance with project procedures and quality standards.
• Assist with as-built documentation and operation manuals.
• Support project reporting with accurate status information.
• Provide user administration for the Document Management System and folder management.
• Offer administrative support for document control and other project tasks.
• Collaborate with internal teams, clients, consultants, and subcontractors to follow processes.
• Provide training and guidance on document control to project teams and supply chain.

Skills

Document control

Administrative experience

Organisational skills

Communication

Multitasking

IT literacy

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Tools

Aconex

SharePoint

ProjectWise

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

AtMETLEN Energy & Metals, we are catalysts for a sustainable future, positioned at the forefront of the energy transition while being a reference point for competitive green metallurgy at both the European and global levels. We are a global industrial and energy company operating across two highly interconnected and complementary sectors: Energy and Metals. With a consolidated turnover of €5,683 million and an EBITDA of €1,080 million, along with a workforce of over 7,627 dedicated individuals, we drive success through cutting-edge technology and diverse talent.

We are currently looking for a Document Controller to join our Metlen Renewables Division in the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in document management within the renewable energy sector.

Working closely with the Document Control Manager and the wider project team, you will support the management, distribution, and control of project documentation throughout the construction lifecycle. You will play an important role in ensuring that accurate, up-to-date information is available to project teams, clients, and subcontractors, helping to maintain compliance, quality, and efficient project delivery.

Your role will encompass:

• Support the Document Control Manager in the day-to-day management of project documentation.
• Register, receive, distribute, and archive project documents in accordance with company procedures.
• Ensure project teams, clients, and subcontractors have access to the latest approved drawings and documentation through the Document Management System.
• Maintain accurate document registers and audit trails throughout the project lifecycle.
• Issue document reference numbers and manage document revisions where required.
• Monitor document workflows to ensure timely review, approval, and distribution.
• Support the preparation and management of project document transmittals.
• Ensure all documentation complies with project document control procedures and company quality standards.
• Assist with the management of as-built documentation, operation manuals, and handover records.
• Support project reporting by maintaining accurate document status information.
• Assist with user administration within the Document Management System, including access permissions and folder management.
• Provide administrative support for document control activities and other project administration tasks as required.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams, clients, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure document management processes are consistently followed.
• Support training and guidance for project teams and supply chain partners on document control procedures where required.

Profile description:

• Previous experience in an administrative or document control role is desirable but not essential.
• Experience within construction, engineering, infrastructure, or renewable energy projects would be an advantage.
• Good organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines in a fast-paced project environment.
• Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Familiarity with electronic Document Management Systems (such as Aconex, SharePoint, ProjectWise, Autodesk Construction Cloud or similar) would be advantageous.
• Understanding of document control principles and quality management systems (ISO 9001) is desirable.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

We offer:

Your Benefits:

• Attractive remuneration package
• Private Medical Insurance

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