Goods Inward Inspector in Belfast

Department: Health, Safety, Quality & Environment

Employment Type: Permanent

Company Description

Navantia UK is a new force in British industry, supporting the UK’s defence, security and energy transition ambitions. We’re doing this by creating state-of-the-art sovereign defence capabilities, investing in the UK to modernise industrial facilities, and bolstering the nation's energy security. Established in 2022, Navantia UK is a subsidiary of Navantia SA, a Spanish state‑owned company with over 300 years of naval shipbuilding history. In January 2025, Navantia UK completed the acquisition of Harland & Wolff and its four historic facilities in Belfast, Appledore, Methil, and Arnish. By combining Harland & Wolff’s proud heritage and facilities with Navantia’s global expertise, Navantia UK is well‑positioned to strengthen Britain’s defence, maritime and energy industrial capabilities, supporting jobs and economic growth across the UK.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect all incoming goods to verify compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Review documentation and material certification to ensure alignment with required specifications.
• Create inspection reports within the SAP system for all received products and materials.
• Raise Product Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs) where discrepancies are identified.
• Liaise with the Procurement team to resolve non‑conformances.
• Participate in the CAPA process.
• Identify counterfeit or suspected counterfeit products and materials.
• Follow sample inspection protocols.
• Respond to queries from internal departments.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe, organised working environment.
• Support overtime or weekend work when required.
• Perform any other reasonable duties aligned with the role.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Working knowledge of material certification and traceability requirements.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify subtle defects.
• Good organisational skills and ability to work independently.
• Clear communication skills for dealing with suppliers and internal teams.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Working knowledge of SAP.
• Familiarity with national and international standards (Lloyds, IACS, DNV).

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 GCSEs, including Maths and English (Grade C or above).
• Ability to use inspection measurement tools and techniques.
• NVQ Level 3 in Inspection or Warehousing (desirable).

Additional Information

• Company pension
• Life assurance
• Opportunity to work on exciting projects

We are an Opening Doors employer, committed to equal opportunity and an inclusive workplace. Our approach, shaped by our values of service, trust, excellence, agility, dedication, and you, we focus on removing barriers and recognising potential. We are committed to fairness at every stage, including providing reasonable adjustments and actively working to eliminate discrimination. We believe talent is everywhere, and by widening access to opportunity and welcoming diverse experiences, we aim to create a workplace where every person feels valued and has an equal chance.