Mechanical QC Inspector – Naval Ship Systems (Onsite)

Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA.; Dunfermline, Rosyth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence contractor in the UK is looking for a Quality Control Inspector – Mechanical to ensure top quality standards in naval engineering. This full-time role based at the Rosyth site involves inspecting ship equipment and coordinating with verification bodies. Ideal candidates will have relevant trade qualifications and strong knowledge of naval ship construction. The position includes excellent benefits like a matched contribution pension scheme and development opportunities.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to a Digital GP

Employee share scheme

Payment of Professional Fees

Holiday Trading

‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering

Excellent development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of quality control in naval warship construction and acceptance.
• Ability to assess production and subcontractor work for technical acceptability.
• Deep understanding of quality control fundamentals.
• Broad knowledge of warship machinery, equipment, and systems design and installation.
• Excellent communication and report writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting and accepting ship machinery, equipment, and systems installations.
• Liaising closely with Lloyds Register and other verification bodies.
• Managing the Inspection Test Record (ITR) regime and maintaining completion records.
• Coordinating Lloyds Register inspections and managing their inspection diary.
• Supporting quality improvement initiatives across the T31 project.

Skills

Quality control in naval warship construction

Production assessment

Quality control fundamentals

Warship machinery knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Recognised trade standard in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Relevant academic qualification such as HNC or SVQ Level 3

Job description

A leading defence contractor in the UK is looking for a Quality Control Inspector – Mechanical to ensure top quality standards in naval engineering. This full-time role based at the Rosyth site involves inspecting ship equipment and coordinating with verification bodies. Ideal candidates will have relevant trade qualifications and strong knowledge of naval ship construction. The position includes excellent benefits like a matched contribution pension scheme and development opportunities.