At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspect welds and ensure compliance with defence manufacturing standards.
- Company: Join G&P Quality Management, a leader in quality services for manufacturing.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, hands-on experience, and opportunities in a fast-paced environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with potential for career growth in regulated industries.
- Why this job: Make a difference in defence projects while developing your skills in welding inspection.
- 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 - 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.
Weld Inspector 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 diverse and inclusive workplace. Join us to be part of a team dedicated to excellence in manufacturing and quality management.
Contact Details:
G&P Quality Management Limited Recruitment Team
