Welding Inspector in Wales

You are an experienced Welding Inspector with over 10 years in oil and gas, including 6+ years in inspection roles. Certified in CSWIP and/or ISO 9712 Level II, you have strong knowledge of welding processes, NDT, and quality standards. You are proactive, detail-oriented, and uphold high safety and ethical standards.

Required skills and experience:

• Preferred Technical diploma
• Welding certified 3.1 CSWIP-Equivalent or greater
• NDT certified ISO 9712 level II (MT-RT-UT) - Equivalent or greater
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the O&G industry
• Minimum 6 years of experience as Welding and NDT Inspector
• Good knowledge of MS Office Packages
• Excellent knowledge of welding and NDT techniques
• Basic knowledge of metallurgy and welding engineering principles
• Good knowledge of pressure vessel/piping inspection and certification requirements (PED etc)
• Good knowledge of QA/QC Welding Management Systems
• Basic knowledge of construction and commissioning HSE requirements and standards implementation
• Basic knowledge of radioprotection principles and main requirements
• Flexible and proactive individual with excellent communication skills and problem solving
• High ethical standard for own and team members' work

About the opportunity:

The Welding Specialist is responsible for performing, supervising, and ensuring high-quality welding and fabrication activities in accordance with project specifications, engineering drawings, safety standards, and applicable industry codes.

Welding Operations:

• Perform welding activities using approved welding procedures.
• Execute various welding processes including SMAW, GTAW/TIG, GMAW/MIG, FCAW, and SAW where applicable.
• Weld carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and alloy materials as required.
• Prepare and fit materials prior to welding.

Fabrication & Assembly:

• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols.
• Fabricate and assemble structural or piping components.
• Perform cutting, grinding, beveling, and finishing operations.
• Ensure dimensional accuracy and alignment of fabricated parts.

Quality Assurance & Inspection:

• Verify weld quality in accordance with applicable standards and specifications.
• Conduct visual inspections before, during, and after welding.
• Coordinate or assist with NDT inspections such as UT, RT, MT, PT.
• Ensure compliance with approved WPS and PQR documentation.

Safety Compliance:

• Follow all site safety regulations and permit-to-work systems.
• Ensure proper use of PPE and welding safety equipment.
• Maintain fire prevention and hot-work safety measures.
• Identify and report workplace hazards.

Equipment & Maintenance:

• Operate and maintain welding machines and related tools.
• Inspect equipment before use and report defects.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of welding consumables and gases.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain welding logs and production records.
• Record weld traceability information and material heat numbers.
• Submit inspection reports and daily progress updates.
• Assist in preparing turnover and completion documentation.

Deliverables:

• Completed welds meeting project specifications
• Inspection and quality records
• Welding activity reports
• Material traceability documentation
• Safety compliance records

What we offer:

Join Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity and we thrive working together with precision, pace and passion. We are working to make the world Ever Better, ensuring the quality, safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world.

• Competitive salary/benefits
• Development and career opportunities around the Globe
• Working in a highly motivated team and dynamic working environment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate against applicants, and all qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are proud to be a Real Living Wage employer, ensuring our colleagues are compensated in line with independently assessed living standards. We are also committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to support candidates and employees with disabilities or special needs. Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement, and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies.