Document Control Lead

🏢 VHR Recruitment
📍 United Arab EmiratesFull-timeOn-site
📅 Posted: 2mo ago🔄 Updated: 2mo ago
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This full-time role of Document Control Lead, based in the UAE, is responsible for establishing and maintaining robust document control processes within a complex technical and highly regulated environment, such as aerospace or aviation. The lead will manage the day-to-day operations of the document control function, administer the Electronic Document Management System (EDMS), and control document creation, review, and distribution. Key responsibilities include maintaining document registers, ensuring accurate classification and version control, managing access permissions, supporting audits, and delivering training. The role requires at least 5 years of experience in document control within relevant industries and experience with EDMS platforms.
Required Skills
Engineering, Construction & Trades
ATS Systems
Business, Sales & Management
HR Management
Information Technology
Version ControlSLA Management
Finance, Legal & Governance
Audit Support
Soft Skills & Professional Competencies
OrganizationAttention to DetailCommunicationStakeholder ManagementIntegrity
Nice to have:
Productivity & Workplace Tools
SharePointAconex
Business, Sales & Management
Process Improvement
Operations, Logistics & Supply Chain
Process Optimization
Requirements
Requires 5+ years of experience in Document Control within aerospace, aviation, defence, engineering, EPC, or highly regulated industries, with experience administering Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS). Must have a strong understanding of document lifecycle management, version control, records management, and audit support. Excellent organizational and communication skills are essential.
Description
Job description / Role Job Type Full Time Job Location UAE Nationality Any Nationality Salary Not Specified Gender Not Specified Arabic Fluency Not Specified Job Function Engineering - Mechanical & Aeronautical Company Industry Aviation, Airlines & Aerospace This role is responsible for establishing and maintaining robust document control processes, ensuring documentation is managed accurately throughout its lifecycle and that records remain secure, compliant and readily accessible. Working closely with Programme Management, Quality, Engineering and Corporate Services teams, you will help maintain effective document governance across a complex technical environment. Key Responsibilities • Lead the day-to-day management of the organisation's document control function. • Administer and maintain the Electronic Document Management System (EDMS). • Control document creation, review, approval, revision and distribution processes. • Maintain document registers, records and controlled templates. • Ensure documentation is accurately classified, version controlled and retained in accordance with company procedures. • Manage document access permissions and controlled distribution. • Support internal and external audits by maintaining accurate and complete records. • Deliver document control training and promote best practice across the business. • Work closely with programme, engineering and quality teams to ensure documentation remains accurate, current and compliant. • Identify opportunities to improve document control processes and system efficiency. Requirements: • 5+ years' experience in Document Control within aerospace, aviation, defence, engineering, EPC or another highly regulated industry. • Experience administering Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS). • Strong understanding of document lifecycle management, version control and records management. • Experience supporting audits and maintaining controlled documentation. • Excellent organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail. • Strong communication skills and the ability to work across multiple stakeholders. • High levels of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information. Desirable • Experience with EDMS platforms such as SharePoint, OpenText, Documentum, M-Files or Aconex. • Knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100 or ISO 15489. • Experience supporting large-scale engineering or aerospace programmes. • Experience improving document management processes and workflows. What's on Offer This is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative aerospace organisation during an exciting period of growth. You will play a key role in developing document control processes that support complex engineering and programme delivery within a collaborative and professional environment. If you have a strong background in document control and enjoy working in technically demanding environments, we'd like to hear from you. About the Company Created in 2003 by technical engineers and experienced recruiters, VHR delivers a partner-orientated approach. We are passionate about the industries where we operate, the career-enhancing support we provide and the people with whom we work. Whether one permanent vacancy or a team of contract specialists, VHR strives to deliver the best possible staffing solutions. As a recruitment company, we see our clients as our partners and our services as an extension of our clients’ businesses. We operate with a set of core values at the heart of everything we do. Easy Apply
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