Document Controller Job in Kuwait – 6+ Years Experience Required – Transferable Visa Article 18

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Document Controller to join our team in Kuwait. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in document management systems and project documentation workflows. The ideal candidate will bring a minimum of 6 years of experience in a similar role and must currently be available in Kuwait with a transferable visa (Article 18).

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain all project documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement document control procedures, filing systems, and version control protocols across all departments.
• Receive, log, track, distribute, and archive incoming and outgoing technical documents, drawings, correspondence, and reports.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure timely submission and retrieval of critical documents.
• Maintain both electronic and physical document management systems, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality at all times.
• Prepare regular document status reports and audits to ensure compliance with internal and external quality assurance standards.
• Support the preparation of project closeout documentation, including as-built drawings, operation manuals, and handover packages.
• Train and guide team members on document control best practices, naming conventions, and system usage.
• Ensure all documents adhere to ISO standards and any applicable local regulatory frameworks in Kuwait.
• Manage access permissions and security protocols for sensitive and confidential project files.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of proven experience in a document control role, preferably within construction, engineering, oil & gas, or infrastructure projects.
• Must be currently available in Kuwait with a transferable visa under Article 18.
• Strong proficiency in document management systems (DMS) such as Aconex, Documentum, SharePoint, or similar enterprise platforms.
• Excellent knowledge of document numbering, revision control, and filing standards.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high accuracy standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic language proficiency is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management documentation standards is highly preferred.

Why This Role

This Document Controller position in Kuwait offers the chance to work on high-profile projects with a professional team that values precision, efficiency, and structured information management. You will play a critical role in ensuring seamless document flow across all project phases, directly contributing to project success and organizational compliance. If you are a seasoned document control professional looking for your next career move in Kuwait, this role provides stability, growth, and the opportunity to apply your expertise in a dynamic work environment.