QC Inspector

Severfield; Bolton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A structural steelwork company in Bolton is looking for a QC Inspector to ensure that all welds meet client requirements and industry standards. Responsibilities include visual and ultrasonic testing, as well as maintaining compliance with welding standards. Ideal candidates will have CSWIP 3.1 certification and previous experience in steel fabrication. Competitive salary and excellent benefits are offered.

Benefits

25 days holiday

7% employer pension contributions

Employee assistance programme (EAP)

Cycle to work scheme

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a similar position with a background in steel fabrication.
• Ability to perform visual inspections in line with CSWIP 3.1 standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform 100% visual inspection of all welds.
• Conduct Magnetic Particle Testing (MPI) and Ultrasonic Testing (UT).
• Assess weld quality and ensure compliance with tolerances.

Skills

CSWIP 3.1 Visual Inspection certification

PCN Level 2 Magnetic Particle Inspection

Strong understanding of welding standards and procedures

Job description

Vacancy Summary

At Severfield, we’re creating better ways to build for a world of changing demands.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a QC Inspector to join the team at our Lostock, Bolton site.

Our competitive advantage is our people, and we’re always looking for talented individuals to join us as we continue to transform skylines across the UK & Europe. A career at Severfield presents the opportunity for you to develop, grow, and to feel part of something special, after all, we are all in it together!

Our Commercial & Industrial division designs, fabricates and constructs structural steelwork for a variety of different sectors including commercial offices, stadia & leisure, industrial & distribution, data centres, retail and health and education.

The division has manufacturing sites in three locations: Dalton, Lostock, and Enniskillen. Each has full-service capabilities and modern manufacturing processes enabling us to provide a high-quality product to a variety of different sectors. Each of our sites has its own strong reputation in the market and between them cover a wider geographical area, including Europe. They continue to set the bar high in their highly complex market!

Vacancy Details

In the QC Inspector position you will ensure that all welds and fabrications meet client requirements and industry standards. You will play a key part in maintaining quality throughout the welding process—before, during, and after welding.

Other Responsibilities Will Include But Are Not Limited To

• Perform 100% visual inspection of all welds in line with CSWIP 3.1 standards.
• Carry out detailed visual weld inspections, MPI inspections, and welder audits.
• Conduct Magnetic Particle Testing (MPI) and Ultrasonic Testing (UT).
• Calibrate and maintain test equipment.
• Assess weld quality, determine necessary rework, and ensure compliance with tolerances.
• Escalate quality issues outside of tolerance to the Quality & Responsible Welding Coordinator.
• Inspect every weld to ensure adherence to working procedures and standards.
• Review welder competency (ISO 9606) every two years and conduct six-monthly reviews.
• Prepare and maintain accurate NDT reports.

Key Skills & Experience

The successful candidate will have previous experience working in a similar position with a background in steel fabrication.

As well as,

• CSWIP 3.1 Visual Inspection certification.
• PCN Level 2 Magnetic Particle Inspection.
• Strong understanding of welding standards and procedures.

What We Offer

At Severfield, we’re all about doing the right thing, so as you’d expect, we offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.

We are an equal opportunities employer and actively encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets to apply. We value the unique perspectives that come from different life experiences and are committed to building an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality, religion, or faith. At Severfield, we believe that a diverse team drives innovation and success, and we are eager to hear from all who want to contribute to our dynamic workplace.

We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Recruitment Agencies

Please note that we kindly request no contact from recruitment agencies or third-party providers regarding this role. We genuinely appreciate your interest but are currently managing our hiring process in-house.

About Us

Severfield is the largest structural steelwork Group in the UK and among the biggest in Europe. We have been involved in the UK’s highest profile structural steel projects and we have the design and engineering capabilities to deliver the UK’s largest, most complex projects.

Today, with multiple sites in the UK, Europe, and our joint venture in India, we have an annual capacity to produce around 300,000 tonnes of fabricated steelwork.

Please click on the image below to watch our capabilities video on YouTube.

Acting on behalf of our clients, our project portfolio includes world-class stadia, bridges, national infrastructure, as well as shaping city skylines across the UK and further afield.

Benefits

Looking after our employees means both their physical and mental wellbeing. We’re proud to offer a range of benefits including:

• 25 days holiday
• 7% employer pension contributions
• Employee assistance programme (EAP)
• Employee benefits scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Save as you earn
• Free onsite parking (role specific)
• Business health insurance