Senior NDT Technician in Sheffield

Sheffield Full-Time No home office possible

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Senior NDT Technician

Our client is a leading forge master in the oil & gas industry and has recently gained accreditations for the Nuclear and Aerospace sectors. With over 40 years of experience in forging, they specialise in creating bespoke products using open die methods.

They currently have an opportunity for a Senior NDT Technician. The successful candidate will be a qualified and experienced NDT Technician, ideally with previous supervisory experience or seeking their first step into a leadership role. You will be an integral part of a team of Technicians carrying out ultrasonic testing of bars and forgings in line with national, international, and customer specifications and procedures. Other duties include: –

Provide training, coaching, support and guidance to the NDT team
Monitor the progress of work, proactively identifying potential issues and communicating these as appropriate
Track equipment calibration and expiry dates
Perform inspections monitored by third-party and customer witness personnel
Liaise with auditors as required
Assist in the development and improvement of the NDT department
LPI and MPI inspection

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications, skills and experience: –

PCN level 2 Ultrasonic (Forgings) is essential
PCN level 2 MPI and LPI – Desirable
Previous Supervisory experience is desirable
Forklift Truck Driving licence – or willing to train
Pendant Crane Driving ability – or willing to train
Understanding of Metals/Materials as used within the forging industry
Practical understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Effective problem-solving and time management skills
Eye for detail, quality and integrity focused
Practical knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
Team player, but also able to work on their own initiative

What they offer in return:

Competitive salary, dependent on experience
33 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays. Also, up to a maximum of 5 extra days holiday based on length of service
Paid breaks
Pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme, which includes 24/7 365-day-a-year access to counselling and financial advice for employees and their partners
Death in Service benefit
Real training and development opportunities
Abbey prides itself on their exceptionally modern and clean working facilities that are second to none
We encourage team spirit and strive for continuous improvement, providing rewards for 6s
Free onsite parking
Canteen facilities offering hot & cold food choices and daily specials