Specialist Document Control - Richards Bay

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE:

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives. 

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So, join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy. 

ABOUT HILLSIDE

Our Hillside Aluminium smelter in Richards Bay produces high-quality, primary aluminium for the domestic and export markets.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFER:

Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognizes both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.

Eligible employees will receive an employer contribution towards the company-elected retirement fund. 

South 32 will support assistance for part-time studies aligned to role requirements and business needs at accredited institutions to eligible employees.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This role is a permanent full-time position.

As a Specialist Document Control, you will be responsible to ensure all changes to the Blueprint of the plant including Engineering standards, specifications, procedures, programs and drawings from which the Operation is designed, is constructed, operated and maintained remain accurate and reflect any approved modifications of the plant and equipment.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Control, update and maintain accurate data in the Document Management system as per Engineering standards to get the existing documents as Built to comply with plant blue print.
• Ensure that the complete set of technical documentation of new or modified plant and equipment for the Operation is indexed on the Document Management system.
• Ensure accessibility and traceability of documents and all technical data on the Document management system.
• To ensure Change Management requests are logged and updated as per plant areas and to have a system in place to ensure the Standards and Change Control per operational areas are tracked for implementation. Maintain, update, and report on Engineering Requests submitted to the Standards & Change Control sub function.
• Ensure strict adherence to the defined Standards & Change Control processes and reporting, other relevant South32 / Operation’s defined processes and standards, and Group Level Documents.
• Monitor and maintain the audit schedule for plant audits for blueprint verifications.

ABOUT YOU:

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Must have a minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in document control;
• Computer literate in MS Office;
• Adept in file searching, indexing and filing of electronic and paper system is advantageous;
• Proficient in document management and configuration management skills in an Engineering or Project House background is essential.

Qualifications for this role are:

• National Diploma in Technical field of study
• A valid Trade Certificate is advantageous

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate.  We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. 

Please apply online by entering the preferred position reference number on our website http://careers.south32.net

This advertisement will close on 23 April 2026