Document Controller - (100560)

Hudson Manpower; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Document Controller in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will manage, control, and maintain all project-related documentation according to approved procedures and standards. Responsibilities include ensuring documents are accurate and accessible, tracking revisions, and providing support during audits. The role requires at least 5 years of experience in a similar position, preferably in maintenance or industrial settings, and proficiency in Document Management Systems and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Document Controller.
• Experience in maintenance, industrial, oil & gas environments preferred.
• Proven experience handling technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Control, register, receive, distribute, and archive all maintenance-related documents.
• Ensure only latest approved revisions of documents are issued and used.
• Maintain electronic document management systems and backup.
• Provide required documents during audits and inspections.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

High attention to detail

Good communication skills

Ability to work independently

Understanding of maintenance workflows

Tools

Document Management Systems (DMS / EDMS)

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Document Controller

Department: TS – MSS Employment Type: FTC on Rolls / Work Visa Duty Hours: 08 Hours per Day | 6 Days per Week Location: As per Project Requirement Salary: SAR 3,000 + FAT (as applicable)

Job Summary

The Document Controller is responsible for managing, controlling, and maintaining all maintenance and project-related documentation in accordance with approved document control procedures and quality standards. The role ensures that documents are accurate, up to date, properly reviewed, distributed, and readily accessible to support maintenance operations, audits, and compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Control, register, receive, distribute, and archive all maintenance-related documents including drawings, manuals, procedures, work orders, inspection reports, and technical records.
• Maintain proper document numbering, classification, and filing systems for easy retrieval.
• Ensure only latest approved revisions of documents are issued and used at site.
• Track document revisions, approvals, comments, and transmittals.
• Maintain strict version control to avoid use of obsolete documents.
• Ensure documents comply with approved document control procedures and quality requirements.
• Coordinate with maintenance, engineering, and project teams to collect, update, and close documentation.
• Follow up with concerned departments for pending documents, approvals, and revisions.
• Support smooth information flow between site teams and management.
• Maintain electronic document management systems (DMS/EDMS) and hard-copy filing systems.
• Ensure documents are securely stored, backed up, and protected against loss or damage.
• Control access to sensitive and confidential documents.
• Provide required documents during audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
• Prepare document status reports, transmittal logs, and document registers for management review.
• Support maintenance schedules and project timelines through timely document availability.

Qualification & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Document Controller.
• Experience in maintenance, industrial, oil & gas, or petrochemical environments preferred.
• Proven experience handling technical documentation such as equipment manuals, P&IDs, preventive maintenance records, technical and inspection reports.
• Familiarity with Document Management Systems (DMS / EDMS).
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and coordination skills
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Understanding of maintenance workflows and technical documentation