NDT Technician

ACEPP UK; Bridgwater; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Professional membership subscriptions

Electric Car Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Relocation package

Life assurance

Annual paid day off

Training & development

Job summary

ACEPP UK is seeking experienced NDT Technicians to support a major UK energy infrastructure project at Hinkley Point C. The role combines site/field and office-based work, with focus on ensuring welding and installation meet strict quality and safety standards.

Ideal candidates will have strong PCN qualifications, practical welding/site experience, and expertise in PAUT, UT, RT and RI, plus the ability to coordinate across multidisciplinary teams and manage ITPs and quality docs.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have strong PCN qualifications with practical welding and site experience.
• Experience with PAUT, UT, RT and RI inspections is essential.
• Strong ability to interpret NDT results and maintain documentation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out and oversee NDT activities across site and field.
• Perform inspections in line with procedures, specs and codes.
• Support PAUT, UT and RT inspection activities.
• Review and interpret NDT results and supporting docs.
• Assist welding inspection and quality activities within mechanical installations.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve technical issues.
• Review ITPs and quality documentation; ensure traceability.

Job description

We are looking to strengthen our NDT capability with experienced NDT Technicians to support one of the UK's most significant energy infrastructure projects at Hinkley Point C.

You will play a key role in ensuring welding, fabrication and installation activities meet the required quality, safety and technical standards. The position will involve a combination of 50% site/field-based activity and 50% office-based work.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced NDT professionals looking to develop their careers within the UK nuclear sector and contribute to the delivery of a major infrastructure programme.

We are particularly keen to speak with NDT professionals who combine strong PCN qualifications with practical welding and site experience.

If you have a strong background in PAUT, UT, RT, RI and are interested in joining our team, please get in touch to discuss the opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out and/or oversee NDT activities across site.
• Perform inspections in accordance with approved procedures, specifications and applicable codes and standards.
• Support PAUT, UT and RT inspection activities.
• Review and interpret NDT results and technical documentation.
• Support welding inspection and quality activities across mechanical installation works.
• Work closely with welding, construction, quality and engineering teams to resolve technical and quality issues.
• Review and support Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and associated quality documentation.
• Ensure inspection activities are accurately documented and fully traceable.
• Identify non-conformances and support appropriate corrective actions.
• Liaise with contractors and key project stakeholders to maintain the required standards of quality.
• Maintain a strong focus on nuclear safety, quality and compliance throughout all activities.
• We are particularly interested in candidates qualified in one or more of the following:

RI / Radiographic Interpretation

• StrongNDT and welding background.
• Demonstrable experience in weld inspection and NDT within major construction, energy, industrial or infrastructure environments.
• Experience working with technical specifications, procedures and quality documentation.
• Strong understanding of inspection reporting and traceability.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively between office and field/site environments.
• Ability to obtain the required BPSS security clearance.
• Higher-level PCN/NDT qualifications.
• Previous experience on nuclear, power generation or other safety-critical projects.
• Experience with pressure systems, fabrication and installation.
• Experience working with Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and End of Erection Status Reports.
• Mechanical engineering, materials or welding qualifications, or equivalent vocational training and experience.
• Previous experience working on large-scale construction projects involving complex mechanical and welded systems.
• Strong technical understanding of NDT and welding.
• Safety and quality focused.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Confident working with contractors and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Able to communicate technical findings clearly and professionally.
• Highly organised with strong documentation skills.
• Comfortable working in a highly regulated, safety-critical environment.

Join Our ACEPP UK Team and Thrive-Here's What Awaits You :

Fast access to private healthcare, including dental – for you and your family.

Professional Membership Subscription:

We cover annual subscriptions (including bodies like IChemE) so you can maintain your professional status without the cost.

Electric Car Scheme

Drive an EV through salary sacrifice with EZOO – save money and lower your carbon footprint.

Build a Stronger Financial Future:

Up to 7% employer match (14% total contribution) to help build your long-term financial security.

An additional paid day each year – because balance matters.

Training & Development

Ongoing learning opportunities to sharpen your skills and support your progression.

Cycle to Work Scheme

Save on a new bike through tax-efficient payments – healthier commute, lower cost.

Access discounts, rewards and everyday savings across leading brands.

Grow Our Team & Get Rewarded:

Bring great people into the business and get rewarded.

Make Moving Easier:

We offer a Relocation Package to help make your transition smooth and stress-free if you're moving to join us.

Honouring Your Commitments:

If you're a reservist, we support your service with dedicated Reservist Days, allowing you to balance both career and service.

Life Assurance

Group life insurance for added peace of mind.

And that’s just the start – speak to our team to explore the full benefits package.