Document Control Lead

Worldwide Recruitment Solutions (WRS); Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Lead Document Control professional for a major offshore development project in Suriname. This role involves establishing best-in-class document management systems and leading a team to ensure compliance and quality throughout the project lifecycle. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in oil & gas projects, strong leadership skills, and be bilingual in English and French.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Opportunity for contract extension

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Documentation Control.
• At least 3 years in oil & gas projects.
• Proven experience with large-scale project documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a Document Management Plan.
• Supervise and support a team of document controllers.
• Ensure compliance with documentation standards and project specifications.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Bilingual (English and French)

Tools

New PRODOM

Job description

** New Vacancy **

Lead Document Control – Major Offshore Development Project (Suriname)
Reference: FR-OPE-SST-PMC-02 / CFT_ EP‐AME‐SR‐TAS‐2025‐0048
Location: Kuala Lumpur (Resident role, office-based)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 12 months, renewable
Language Requirements: Fluent in English and French
Engagement Type: PAYE or local contract

We are currently seeking an experienced Lead Document Control professional to join a high-performing team on a flagship offshore development project based in Suriname. This position plays a vital role in supporting project execution by establishing and maintaining best-in-class document management systems and controls throughout all phases of the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Champion H3SE behaviors, ensuring safety and environmental compliance in documentation activities.
• Develop and implement a Document Management Plan, including strategy, organizational structure, tools, and systems.
• Ensure consistent and effective use of document control procedures, tools (including New PRODOM), and workflows.
• Supervise and support a team of document controllers across multiple project locations.
• Set up and maintain document control systems for contractors, including training, inductions, and compliance monitoring.
• Register, track, and control project documentation and correspondence using digital platforms.
• Review and validate contractor-issued documents for compliance with standards and project specifications.
• Support documentation activities related to custody transfer, handover to operations, and partner correspondence.
• Provide detailed reporting to project and document management leadership.
• Ensure full confidentiality throughout tendering and execution.
• Capture and share lessons learned for continuous improvement.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Documentation Control, with at least 3 years in oil & gas projects.
• Proven experience with large-scale project documentation systems; New PRODOM expertise preferred.
• Strong leadership skills to coordinate cross-functional document control activities.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to documentation quality and compliance.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Bilingual in English and French is mandatory.
• Ability to work in a multicultural team and adapt to fast-paced environments.

Why Apply?

• Work on a major deepwater development project in an exciting growth region.
• Play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of one of the most anticipated offshore ventures.
• Collaborate with leading technical experts and an experienced international team.
• Competitive compensation and the opportunity for contract extension.

If you meet the requirements above, please apply!