Occupation
Document control specialist
Document control specialists manage the controlled documents a regulated project or facility depends on: drawings, specifications, procedures, and their revisions. Their job is to guarantee that the version in someone's hands is the current approved one, and that superseded copies are withdrawn.
Also known as: Document controller · Documentation coordinator
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Part of Government, policy and administration
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What the work involves
Register incoming documents and assign identifiers under the numbering convention.
Route documents through review and approval and record each sign-off.
Issue current revisions to distribution lists and withdraw superseded copies.
Maintain the document register and revision history for audit purposes.
Administer the document management system, its permissions, and its workflows.
Prepare document packages for handover, inspection, or regulatory submission.
Entry-route stepper
How people commonly enter
A college diploma in business administration, information management, or a technical field.
Progression from an administrative, records, or project support position.
Direct entry with employer training on the specific document control system in use.
Movement from a quality assurance or project coordination role.
Typical training: Certificate or college diploma
Licensing: Not typically licensed
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Typical work context
- Desk based
- Predictable routine
- Team based
- High responsibility
Desk based · Predictable routine · Team based · High responsibility
Related interests
- Conventional (organizing)
- Realistic (hands-on)
Conventional (organizing) · Realistic (hands-on)
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