EN4179 Level 2 Qualified NDT Inspector

Airbus; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global NDT services firm is seeking an EN4179 Level 2 Qualified NDT Inspector to work in Bristol. The role entails performing inspections, documenting results, and maintaining records. Candidates must possess strong independence, teamwork abilities, and flexibility. Benefits include flexible hours, holidays, pension scheme, and share options. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, dependent on experience, within a dynamic working environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Enhanced overtime earning potential

Airbus Pension scheme

Share in success scheme

Qualifications

• EN4179 Level 2 Qualified NDT Inspector required, capable of Ultrasonic, Radiography, Magnetic Particle, Dye Penetrant inspections.
• Documented experience hours for all NDT methods held.
• Experience in aerospace/aircraft work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report inspections to ensure quality standards.
• Document test results as per procedures.
• Maintain NDT work records for qualification renewal.

Skills

Performing inspections

Interpreting test results

Documenting results

Working independently

Team collaboration

Proficient in English

Education

EN4179 Level 2 Qualification

Experience in NDT methods

Tools

Ultrasonic Testing (UT)

Radiography Testing (RT)

Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)

Dye Penetrant Testing (PT)

Job description

Job Description:

Testia is an Airbus company with more than 30 years of experience and specialised in structural integrity and non-destructive testing (NDT). Through its global presence with facilities in Europe, America and Asia, Testia provides NDT services and solutions to the needs of the industry, whether during manufacturing processes or maintenance operations.

We are currently looking for:

EN4179 Level 2 Qualified NDT Inspector working out of our facility in Filton, Bristol.

Contract: Full time, permanent. 37.5 hours per week

The main duties of the role are:

• Performing, interpreting, and reporting on inspections (including Ultrasonic, Radiography, Magnetic Particle, Dye Penetrant) of manufactured or in-service components, ensuring they meet quality standards.

• Documenting test results in writing in accordance with the associated procedures.

• Maintaining personnel records of NDT work undertaken in order to evidence experience during qualification renewal, etc.

• Acquiring new qualifications as required to fulfil business and customers needs (training to be provided).

• Performing additional duties as required in accordance with the role specification.

The role specifications are:

• Qualification / certification in accordance with EN4179 Level 2 (or 3 if available) in some, or all, of the following methods:

  • UT - Conventional (Phased Array desirable)

  • PT

  • ET - Conventional (Array desirable)

  • RT - Film & Non Film

  • MT

• Documented experience hours for all NDT methods held.

• Documented Aerospace / Aircraft work experience hours.

• Experience of In-service / manufacturing inspection.

• Experience in the inspection of metallic and composite components.

The desired role attributes are:

• Capable of working independently using own initiative to resolve problems encountered.

• Ability to work in a team, showing resilience and flexibility to meet role and customer demands.

• Driving licence class B

• Availability to travel at reasonable notice and work at customer sites on an overnight basis.

• Ability to attain UK SC (Security Check) clearance.

• Proficient in verbal and written English.

This role demands occasional extended hours working - payment will be made in line with agreed terms and conditions. Occasional shift work may be required subject to customer demand.

The benefits that we offer are:

• Flexible working hours (flexi-time)

• 25 days holidays + bank holidays with holiday purchase option

• Enhanced overtime earning ability

• Airbus Pension scheme

• Share in success scheme

Schedule:

End date for applicants: 31.01.2026 (We reserve the right to close early subject to number of applicants)

Interviews: 02.02.2026

Start date: 02.03.2026 (or earlier dependent on gaining security clearance)

Salary: Competitive salary dependant on experience

If you are a motivated and experienced NDT operator looking for an exciting opportunity to join an agile and fast paced operation that is growing then this may be the role for you. We look forward to receiving your application via our Workday system.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Testia Limited

Contract Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Quality Inspection

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