Document Controller

Document Controller

Altera Recruitment Group is partnered with a long-established engineering organisation recognised for delivering complex, high-precision solutions to highly regulated sectors such as aerospace and defence. The business operates end-to-end from early design work through to full production and is known for its focus on quality, innovation, and continual improvement.

They are now seeking a Document Controller to join their Technical Services function. This position plays a key part in ensuring technical documentation, design data and project records remain accurate, secure, and fully compliant with industry and regulatory standards. It s an ideal role for someone who enjoys structure, accuracy, and supporting engineering teams with robust configuration practices.

Key Responsibilities of the Document Controller include:

• Maintain configuration baselines and oversee version control for technical documents, drawings, and product data.
• Ensure documentation and processes align with recognised standards (e.g. ISO and defence/aerospace frameworks).
• Manage document storage, archiving, access permissions, and overall data integrity.
• Produce configuration-related reports and track performance indicators for project and compliance activity.
• Provide administrative and document-handling support to the Technical Services Office, including scanning and data entry.

What We re Looking For

• Experience in configuration control, document administration, or a similar role within engineering or manufacturing.
• Strong organisational skills with a precise and methodical approach to handling technical information.
• Knowledge of configuration principles and exposure to quality or regulatory standards.
• Competence using document management or ERP systems (IFS experience useful but not essential).
• A collaborative working style and the ability to support multiple teams effectively.

What s on Offer

• A salary of £35,000-£45,000 depending on experience and benefits package.
• Pension scheme.
• Discretionary annual bonus.
• Opportunities for long-term development within a stable and growing engineering business.
• Set working hours with early Friday finish, plus structured holiday entitlement including shutdown periods.

If you are interested in this position, please apply with your most up-to-date CV.