At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct hands-on weld inspections and ensure compliance with defence standards.
- Company: Join G&P Quality Management, a leader in quality services for manufacturing.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with a commitment to zero defects.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the defence sector while honing your skills.
- Qualifications: Level 2 Weld Inspection certification and hands-on welding experience required.
The predicted salary is between 21.95 - 21.95 £ per hour.
Location: Rotherham, S60
Pay: £21.95 / hr PAYE or £28 / hr Outside IR35 DOE
Sector: Defence
Hours: Monday to Thursday rotating Days 6am-4pm and Nights 8pm-6am (x6 roles available). Weekends Friday to Sunday 6am-6pm (x3 roles available).
Role Overview
MTL Advanced are looking for experienced Weld Inspectors to support onsite inspection activities across defence manufacturing programmes. These are hands-on roles within a busy fabrication and manufacturing environment, ensuring weld quality, compliance to standards, and supporting NDT activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct visual weld inspections (VT) in line with relevant standards (e.g. ISO 5817, BS EN standards)
- Support or perform NDT activities (dependent on certification scope e.g. MT, PT, UT)
- Record and report inspection results in line with QA documentation requirements
- Identify defects, escalate non-conformances, and support corrective actions
- Work closely with production and quality teams to ensure compliance with defence standards
- Maintain accurate inspection records and traceability
Essential Requirements
- Level 2 Weld Inspection certification (CSWIP 3.1 or equivalent)
- MPI (Magnetic Particle Inspection) and Dye Pen (Dye Penetrant Inspection/LPI) ticket (certification)
- Demonstrable hands-on welding experience (fabrication / heavy engineering preferred)
- Experience in NDT inspection methods (minimum exposure required; certification advantageous)
- Background working in regulated industries (defence, aerospace, nuclear, heavy engineering)
- Strong understanding of weld standards, tolerances, and defect identification
Compliance Requirements
- UK Citizenship (essential for defence project)
- BPSS clearance (or ability to obtain immediately)
If you are an experienced Weld Inspector looking for your next opportunity within a fast-paced defence manufacturing environment, we would like to hear from you.
G&P Quality Management is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.
Weld Inspector in Rotherham employer: G&P Quality Management Limited
G&P Quality Management is an exceptional employer for Weld Inspectors, offering competitive pay rates and a dynamic work environment in Rotherham's thriving defence sector. With a strong commitment to employee development and a culture that prioritises quality and compliance, G&P provides ample opportunities for growth and advancement while fostering a collaborative atmosphere where every team member's contribution is valued.
Contact Details:
G&P Quality Management Limited Recruitment Team
