QUALITY DOCUMENT CONTROLLER Cape Town

📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW:-West Coast Personnel is actively recruiting for a QUALITY DOCUMENT CONTROLLER position in Cape Town. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Building / Construction sector looking to advance their careers.

🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE:-We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile:• Experience Level: 2 - 5 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent• Industry Focus: Building / Construction• Location Preference: in Cape Town

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS:-The QUALITY DOCUMENT CONTROLLER position is an important role within the Building / Construction sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.

📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS:-This role in Building / Construction offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.

📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE:-When applying for this QUALITY DOCUMENT CONTROLLER position, ensure your CV highlights:• Relevant experience matching the 2 - 5 years requirement• Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor• Specific achievements in the Building / Construction field• Any certifications or specialized training

🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXT:-The Building / Construction sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

Job Title: QUALITY DOCUMENTATION SPECIALIST

Company: West Coast Personnel

Salary: Market Related

Job Type: Permanent

Sectors: Construction

Reference: CPT001373/MM

Job Details

Employer: West Coast Personnel

If your expertise lies in managing drawings, revisions, registers, and transmittals, we invite you to apply. We are seeking a seasoned Quality Documentation Specialist to join a reputable engineering and construction firm where precision, traceability, and quality are paramount. This role transcends basic administrative duties, demanding ownership of the document control workflow for technical and project documentation, ensuring the accurate handling, tracking, issuance, and handover of engineering drawings, specifications, quality records, and project information.

Responsibilities

• Oversee engineering drawings, technical specifications, and quality documentation - Manage document numbering, revisions, version control, routing, distribution, and archiving - Conduct quality and metadata checks before issuing documentation - Maintain an accurate Document Master Register - Administer and audit the Electronic Document Management System (EDMS) - Prepare, issue, and track formal transmittals - Coordinate documentation among project teams, contractors, and external stakeholders - Track submissions, reviews, approvals, and rejected workflow items - Generate weekly and monthly document-control status reports - Support both internal and external quality audits - Compile and index final project handover dossiers and construction/manufacturing data books - Ensure documentation adheres to required quality procedures and applicable ISO 9001 / ISO 19650 standards

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric - Diploma, degree, or formal training in Document Control, Project Information Management, or Quality Management - 2–5 years of proven experience as a Document Controller or Quality Administrator - Prior exposure to Engineering, Construction, EPC, or Renewable Energy environments is highly desired - Robust understanding of document control, revision control, and technical documentation - Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel - Experience with EDMS platforms such as Aconex, SharePoint, or Asite - Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping - Strong organizational and communication skills - Ability to work under pressure and meet strict project deadlines - Knowledge or training in ISO 9001 and/or ISO 19650 - Experience in preparing documentation for project completion and client handover