Inspector

Rolls-Royce; West of England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolls-Royce in Bristol is seeking an Inspector to perform final inspection of turbine components, ensuring parts meet quality standards before despatch.

You will inspect castings, follow procedure cards and drawings, document defects and escalate issues to protect shift output. The role requires a time-served NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship and 2+ years’ blade/NGV inspection experience, with the ability to work unsupervised and communicate effectively.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship completed in a relevant field.
• Minimum 2 years’ inspection experience of turbine blades and NGVs.
• Ability to work unsupervised and follow set procedures.
• Good communication skills and ownership mentality.

Responsibilities

• Inspect castings using appropriate plant, equipment and techniques.
• Working to inspection procedure card specifications and drawings, confirming with quality acceptance standards.
• Completing inspection documentation as necessary including logging and detailing defects on specified blades and NGVs.
• Raising scrap, correction or salvage documentation.
• Booking work through computer terminal and checking priorities.
• Working in a team environment to ensure shift tasks are achieved.
• Escalate issues that affect shift output.

Skills

Good communicator

Unsupervised work

Ownership & improvement

Procedures following

Education

NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship

Job description

Job Description

Inspector

Shift Pattern

Bristol

Why join Rolls-Royce?

At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.

The BTF-F manufactures turbine components for both civil and defence applications. Finished castings require final inspection after the polish operation and before despatch to customers to assure we are delivering parts of the right quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspection of castings using appropriate plant, equipment and techniques
• Working to inspection procedure card specifications and drawings, confirming with quality acceptance standards
• Completing inspection documentation as necessary including logging and detailing defects on specified blades and NGV’s
• Raising scrap, correction or salvage documentation
• Booking work through computer terminal and checking priorities
• Working in a team environment to ensure shiftily tasks are achieved
• Escalate issues that affect shift output

What you will need:

• Time served apprenticeship (NVQ Level 3) in relevant field
• 2 or more years’ experience in the inspection of Turbine blades and NGVs
• Ability to work unsupervised
• Good communicator
• Able to follow set procedure
• Willing to take ownership and drive improvement

Regional Benefits

• Generous Annual Leave
• Retirement Savings through the Rolls Royce Retirement Savings Trust
• Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls-Royce
• Group Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Your Shares: Matched is a simple way to own Rolls-Royce shares and invest in our future, together. Buy one share, get one free! Rolls-Royce | Your Shares: Matched
• Digital GP provides a convenient way for you to access GP consultations
• Employee Assistance (EAP) and Live Well programmes

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.

As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.

Job Category

Factory Staff

Posting Date

12 Oct 2026; 00:10

Posting End Date

18 Oct 2026