Document Controller

HR Talent Partner SA; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent manufacturing engineering firm in Somerset West is seeking a Document Controller to ensure the integrity and accuracy of controlled documents on a full-time basis. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in document control, particularly in regulated industries, and a relevant educational background. This role offers excellent salary opportunities and internal career advancement.

Benefits

Excellent salary

Internal career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience in industries with strict compliance configuration management standards.
• Proven documentation control experience in technical, engineering, or manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance of customer-facing documentation with standards.
• Maintain control over document distribution.
• Provide documentation within agreed timelines to customers.

Skills

Document Control & Configuration Management

Change Management Processes

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

Advanced Certificate or Diploma in Document Management or Business Administration

Tools

PDM Systems (SharePoint, FileCloud, Teamcenter)

Job description

Document Controller job vacancy in Somerset West.

A renowned Manufacturing Engineering company is looking for a Document Controller to join their team on a full-time permanent basis in the Helderberg Area.

Excellent salary on offer and internal career advancement opportunities.

Position Overview: Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and traceability of all controlled documents and configuration data throughout the product lifecycle, supporting compliance with internal standards, customer requirements, and regulatory obligations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Document Accuracy & Integrity:

• Ensure all customer-facing documentation complies to Configuration and Document Management standards and requirements before distribution.
• Maintain strict control over document and data distribution to prevent customers from receiving obsolete or incorrect documentation.

Timely Delivery of Documentation:

• Provide required documentation and data within agreed timelines to relevant customers.
• Support project milestones by ensuring documentation readiness for customer reviews, audits, and acceptance stages.

Compliance with External Customer Requirements:

• Ensure that document control processes meet customer standards, contractual obligations and regulatory requirements.

Change Communication:

• Notify customers promptly of any approved changes that impact documentation or configuration.

Requirements:

• Advanced Certificate or Diploma in Document Management or Business Administration, or a related technical / administrative field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role, especially in industries (e.g., aerospace, defence, automotive, energy) with strict compliance configuration management standards (e.g. ISO 9001, ISO10007, AS9100, ECSS-M-ST-40C).
• Document Control & Configuration Management: Experience managing and maintaining document control systems and configuration processes.
• Engineering or Manufacturing Environment: Proven documentation control experience working in technical, engineering, or manufacturing environments.
• Change Management Processes: Strong involvement in supporting and executing change management activities related to documentation and data.
• Product Data Management Tools: Proficient in the use of PDM Systems such as SharePoint, FileCloud, and Teamcenter or similar tools.
• Quality & Compliance Standards: In-depth understanding of compliance requirements, internal policies, and external regulations related to documentation management.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with multiple departments including Engineering, Operations, and Quality teams.