Lead Project Data Controller
On-site · Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Job Summary
Lead Project Data Controller responsible for overseeing all aspects of project documentation and information management across multiple projects. Establishes and manages Project Data Management (PDM) frameworks and systems to ensure accurate, secure and accessible project records; provides document control and information governance support to project teams; leads PDM service delivery with KPIs and continuous improvement; oversees document control setup, tool deployment and data handover at key project stages; builds capability through onboarding and training in PDM systems (InEight and Power BI); engages with internal and external stakeholders as escalation point for documentation issues; delivers timely reporting and contractor governance to ensure consistent global standards; reporting to the Superintendent Project Data Management in a Brisbane-based, full-time, permanent Rio Tinto project environment; offers a comprehensive benefits package and relocation assistance.
Required Qualifications
- Strong commitment to safety of yourself and your team
- Proven experience leading teams of 5 or more with the ability to drive performance and engagement
- Ability to manage competing priorities and transition across multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- Deep experience in Document Control within fast-paced project environments, ideally in mining or similar industries
- Significant experience operating at Senior Document Controller or Lead level with governance capability
- Extensive experience in document control and information management across full project lifecycle
- Strong understanding of data governance, compliance and end-to-end project documentation requirements
- Proven experience managing contractors, including end-of-cycle and handover documentation
- High level of technical proficiency in document management systems with attention to detail and organisation
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Tender experience is highly regarded
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