Document Controller

Overview

As a Document Controller at SSE, you will oversee project documentation across large capital programmes to support the UK’s net-zero transition. You will work with project teams, contractors and partners to ensure information is accurate, accessible and well-governed throughout the lifecycle. The role focuses on robust document control processes, continuous improvement, and effective use of the EDMS. You’ll collaborate across disciplines to streamline documentation workflows and enable timely project delivery.

Pay / Benefits

• private healthcare discount
• gym membership discounts
• free online GP
• 24/7 counselling
• Cycle to Work scheme
• maternity and adoption pay, paternity leave

Responsibilities

• Manage and control project documentation in line with procedures
• Coordinate documentation from contractors and third parties; perform quality checks
• Maintain document registers and report status and actions
• Support administration, training and use of the EDMS
• Foster strong relationships with project teams and contractor organisations
• Identify opportunities to improve document management processes and ways of working

Key requirements

• Experience as a Document Controller in large engineering, construction, utilities or major capital projects
• Strong understanding of document control systems, governance and engineering documentation management
• Experience working with contractors, suppliers and multiple stakeholders in fast-paced environments
• Excellent communication, organisation and relationship-building skills
• Continuous improvement mindset and collaborative approach

• communication
• organisation
• relationship-building
• document control systems
• governance processes
• engineering documentation management

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