Company Description
Due to continued considerable success and company expansion, we are looking to develop our thriving team with a dynamic, self-motivated Technical Documentation Controller . With significant contracts already in place, we continue to secure high-profile public-sector contracts.
Retro Track & Air (UK) Ltd is a pioneering CAA approved design, production & maintenance organisation, established in 1987 by passionate aviation and racing car enthusiasts. Rooted in a profound love for aviation, Retro aims to be a formidable replacement for lost wartime OEMs. Over the years, we have emerged as an unrivalled leader in the industry, offering exceptional engineering expertise and fostering an impeccable reputation for vintage piston engine aircraft repair and overhaul from the WW2 era.
If you are a Administration Assistant, looking for a truly unique opportunity to craft out a successful future, then this is the perfect opportunity. You will be working on a variety of legacy aerospace projects of a multidisciplinary nature & activities covering Design, Production & Maintenance of Aircraft, Aero-Engines & Systems, from the golden age of flight and shortly beyond the end of the Second World War.
On offer is full training on all our internal systems alongside the chance to technically progress within the business and work on highly interesting historical aero-engineering projects.
The company is based on the outskirts of Dursley, Gloucestershire, perfect for someone looking to work at a local site with great transport links and away from the hustle of nearby cities.
This role would suit a motivated, experienced Technical Documentation Controller with a real passion for engineering. Relevant interests alongside could include any form of transportation, propulsion systems, vehicle maintenance, historical engineering etc.
All in all, this is a fantastic opportunity to play a significant role in the development of a passionate team within a unique organisation who can offer an opportunity to be involved in a diverse range of projects.
Job Summary:
This is an initial 6 months contract, there is a possibility of a full time role at the end of the 6 months
To manage, control, and maintain the organization's documents, ensuring accuracy, accessibility, and compliance with internal and external regulations. The Document Controller is responsible for overseeing the document lifecycle, from creation to archival, ensuring that all documents are up to date, version-controlled, and properly distributed.
Responsibilities
Document Management:
· To take historical drawings and instructions, tidy them up in Photoshop and turn them into up to date documents
· Establish and maintain a structured filing system for all company documents, both digital and physical.
· Manage the document approval process, including reviewing, revising, and tracking changes.
· Ensure documents are easily accessible and retrievable by authorized personnel.
· Maintain document confidentiality and security by implementing appropriate access control.
Version Control:
· Ensure all documents are properly versioned and reflect the most up-to-date information.
· Track document revisions, updates, and approvals to prevent errors and redundancy.
· Maintain an audit trail of document changes and approvals for compliance and tracking.
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
Terms and Conditions
Retro Track & Air (U.K.) Ltd., encourages applications from individuals. Applications from agencies or any third parties will not be accepted.
Retro Track & Air (U.K.) Ltd., does not acknowledge or accept any terms or conditions that may be contained in or attached to an email or otherwise presented to Retro Track & Air related to any services, including terms and conditions of any recruitment search or promotion services, or any terms and conditions of employment with Retro Track & Air. All such terms and conditions shall be the subject of negotiation with Retro Track & Air and agreement in writing between the parties.
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Pay: £25,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dursley GL11 5HP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Administrative: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person