QA/QC Welding Inspector

Fantastic opportunity for a QA/QC Welding Engineer to join business as we embark on our new phase of expansion.

Purpose:
To ensure all fabricated items (pipe spools, assemblies, frames) meet Jefferis\’ high-quality standards through rigorous inspection, traceability, and QA documentation.

Position: Welding QA/QC Inspector.
Location: Jefferis Offsite, Bristol Workshop.
Hours: Mon–Thu: 07:00–17:00 & Fri: 07:00–15:00

Salary: 50-60k plus benefits. (Dependent on Experience).
Reports to: Workshop Manager / Production Manager.
Department: Offsite Fabrication.

Key Responsibilities:

Quality & Inspection:

• Inspect all fabricated items against drawings, specifications, and standards.
• Conduct weld inspections: visual, dimensional, and compliance checks.
• Verify fit-up, root quality, final weld condition, and consumables.
• Complete stage inspections and maintain full traceability.

Quality Documentation:

• Record inspections in the digital QA system.
• Complete weld maps, heat number logs, traceability sheets, and spool records.
• Accept or reject items according to quality standards.
• Raise and report Non-Conformances with root-cause analysis.
• Support audits (internal & external).

Workshop Process Control:

• Monitor fabrication activities for quality and process compliance.
• Recommend adjustments to welding/fabrication processes if necessary.
• Ensure adherence to WPS/WPQR, welding parameters, and welder qualifications.
• Support Workshop Manager in enforcing quality standards.

Client & Project Support:

• Assist with Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs).
• Prepare QA documentation packs for client handover.
• Present QA evidence during client inspections or reviews.

General

• Uphold company values: Quality, Accountability, Integrity, Professionalism, Continuous Improvement.
• Maintain a safe, tidy, and well-organized workshop environment.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise:

Essential

• Welding QA/QC/inspection role (fabrication, mechanical, or M&E sectors).
• CSWIP 3.1 and above.
• Strong understanding of TIG, MIG, MMA welding processes, materials, and fabrication techniques.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and isometrics.
• Strong math and technical measurement skills.
• Experience completing QA documentation and non-conformance reports.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Proficient in MS Office.

Desired:

• Experience with stainless & carbon steel pipework fabrication.
• Experience inspecting coded welders.
• Knowledge of WPS / WPQR compliance.
• Familiarity with mechanical/electrical schematics.
• Prior experience with digital QA systems.
• Living within commutable distance to Bristol.

Company Overview

Jefferis Offsite (Bristol) is the dedicated offsite fabrication division of Jefferis Engineering, producing high-accuracy pipe spools, modular frames, plant skids, and other prefabricated mechanical assemblies for commercial, industrial, and energy projects across the UK.

We look forward to receiving your application: Leigh

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £50,000.00-£60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Work Location: In person