Welding / NDT Technician

One Stop NDT; Cherbourg-en-Cotentin; Sur place; EUR 30 000 - 46 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

13th-month salary

Meal allowance or restaurant vouchers

RTT days

Profit-sharing and incentive schemes

Savings plan

Holiday bonus

Mileage allowances

Smartphone and tablet for professional

Résumé du poste

Apave in Cherbourg is seeking a Welding / NDT Technician for a permanent CDI to perform welding quality inspections, non-destructive testing (NDT), and client support activities.

After onboarding, you will work on welding documentation, quality compliance, and NDT examinations of new and in-service assemblies. This role includes developing capabilities in MT, UT, and PT, plus COFREND Level 2 VT training when required, and building strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• Higher education or technical training in metallurgy, welding fabrication, or maintenance.
• IWT qualification is an advantage.
• Willingness to complete COFREND Level 2 VT training and certification.
• Knowledge of nuclear sector or EDF authorizations desirable.
• Valid Category B driving license.

Responsabilités

• Welding Inspection & Quality Analysis.
• Analyze and validate welding quality documentation (WPS/DMOS, WPQR/QMOS, material certificates).
• Verify components comply with codes and regulations.
• Conduct quality inspections related to welding activities.
• Perform VT examinations after required training.
• Detect anomalies in welded assemblies.
• Develop capabilities in MT, UT, and PT.
• Develop client relationships and provide quality follow-up.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Travel flexibility

Field-oriented

Client advisory

Formation

Higher education in metallurgy/welding

Description du poste

Position Summary

Apave is seeking a Welding / NDT Technician for a permanent position (CDI) at its Cherbourg agency. The technician will contribute to the safety of people, property, and the environment by carrying out welding quality inspections, non-destructive testing (NDT), and client support activities.

After completing the onboarding and integration program, the technician will work on technical assignments involving welding documentation, quality compliance, and NDT examinations of new and in-service assemblies.

Responsibilities:-

• Welding Inspection & Quality Analysis
• Analyze and validate welding quality documentation, including welding books, WPS/DMOS, WPQR/QMOS, and material certificates.
• Verify that manufactured components comply with applicable codes and regulations.
• Conduct quality inspections related to welding activities.

Non-Destructive Testing:-

• Perform Visual Testing (VT) examinations after completing the required training.
• Detect anomalies in new and in-service welded assemblies.
• Develop capabilities in additional NDT techniques, including Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), and Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT).
• Complete COFREND Level 2 VT training and certification when required.

Client Relations:-

• Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with clients.
• Provide quality follow-up for inspection services.
• Recommend appropriate technical solutions to clients based on their requirements.

Qualifications:-

• Higher education or technical training in metallurgy, welding fabrication, or maintenance.
• An International Welding Technologist (IWT) qualification is an advantage.
• Interest in Visual Testing and willingness to complete COFREND Level 2 VT training and certification.
• Knowledge of the nuclear sector and/or EDF authorizations is desirable.
• Strong technical interest and a field-oriented approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to support and advise clients.
• Rigorous and methodical approach to technical assignments.
• Valid Category B driving license.

Requirements:-

• Ability to travel as part of the role.
• Willingness to complete the required VT training and certification if not already certified.
• Ability to perform technical inspection activities accurately and methodically.
• Ability to work primarily within a defined geographical area.

Benefits:-

• Permanent employment contract (CDI).
• Diverse assignments and opportunities to develop professional skills.
• Comprehensive training throughout the career.
• Internal mobility opportunities within the Apave Group.
• Assignments primarily within a defined geographical area to support work-life balance.
• 13th-month salary.
• Meal allowance or restaurant vouchers.
• RTT days.
• Profit-sharing and incentive schemes.
• Savings plan.
• Holiday bonus.
• Mileage allowances.
• Smartphone and tablet for professional activities.

About the Company:-

Apave provides services focused on preventing and controlling risks. The Cherbourg agency's technical team supports clients in carrying out their activities safely and contributes to the development of the Apave Group across its territories.

Apave promotes a collaborative working environment where collective strength and employee support are emphasized. The company considers individual differences a source of value and places them at the service of missions with strong social utility.

The company also provides opportunities for career development, professional training, and internal mobility while supporting work-life balance.