On-Site Document Controller – Defence & Engineering (Devonport)

weServed; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Pension & life assurance

Digital GP access

Shopping portal

Professional fees paid

Reservists leave

Be Kind Day

Job summary

Babcock is seeking a Document Controller to be based on site at Devonport Royal Dockyard, Plymouth, managing critical project documentation for defence programmes. You will ensure accuracy, compliance and auditable records throughout the project lifecycle, working with project teams, customers and contractors.

Ideal candidates have strong organisational skills, high attention to detail and experience with document control standards. Security clearance is required for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience managing and controlling documentation within structured projects, engineering or business environments.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and manage information effectively.
• High attention to detail and experience maintaining accurate records and document control standards.
• Experience working with internal and external stakeholders to support information flow.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills; able to work independently and contribute to improvements.

Responsibilities

• Managing, tracking and controlling project documentation to ensure accuracy, quality and compliance.
• Maintaining document management systems, processes and version control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinating the flow of information between project teams, contractors and customers.
• Reviewing, distributing and archiving project documentation in line with requirements.
• Supporting efficient project delivery by ensuring documentation remains accessible and auditable.

Skills

Documentation management

Organising

Attention to detail

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

Education

GCSE English (Grade C)

GCSE Mathematics (Grade C)

Tools

Document management systems

Job description

Babcock is seeking a Document Controller to be based on site at Devonport Royal Dockyard, Plymouth, managing critical project documentation for defence programmes. You will ensure accuracy, compliance and auditable records throughout the project lifecycle, working with project teams, customers and contractors.

Ideal candidates have strong organisational skills, high attention to detail and experience with document control standards. Security clearance is required for this role.