Document Controller

Document Controller / Administrator

Location: Braintree, Essex
Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Office Based

An established electrical contractor delivering projects across the Data Centre, Commercial, Industrial and Infrastructure sectors is looking to appoint a Document Controller / Administrator to join its growing team in Braintree.

This is a newly created position offering the opportunity to play a key role in supporting project delivery, maintaining document control processes, and providing administrative support across the business.

The Role

As Document Controller / Administrator, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining business-critical documentation, ensuring accuracy, compliance, security and version control across multiple projects and departments.

You will work closely with project teams, management and external stakeholders to ensure documentation is organised, accessible and maintained to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and maintaining electronic and physical document control systems
• Copying, scanning, storing and distributing project documentation
• Creating and updating document templates
• Reviewing and revising documentation for accuracy and compliance
• Maintaining drawing registers, technical documents, specifications and project records
• Implementing and managing version control procedures
• Numbering, labelling and filing documents for easy retrieval
• Controlling the flow of documentation internally and externally
• Ensuring confidentiality of sensitive business and project information
• Retrieving documents and information as requested by project teams and clients
• Producing ad-hoc reports and project administration support
• Assisting with onboarding and mobilisation of project personnel
• Coordinating accommodation, travel and vehicle hire arrangements for project teams
• Supporting business processes relating to GDPR and quality management systems

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Document Controller, Project Administrator or similar role
• Strong document management and organisational skills
• Experience working with Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS)
• Knowledge of GDPR requirements
• Familiarity with project environments, ideally within construction, engineering, M&E or infrastructure sectors
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organisational and filing skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently

What's on Offer

• Permanent position with a growing business
• Salary of £32,000 - £35,000 depending on experience
• Long-term career development opportunities
• Varied and busy role supporting major projects
• Supportive team environment

If you're an organised and detail-oriented Document Controller or Administrator looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.