Quality Control Inspector

Matchtech; West of England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is sourcing a Quality Control Inspector (Welding & NDT) for the Hinkley Point C project in Somerset. The on-site role includes occasional travel to the off-site manufacturing site in Broughton and reports to the Senior Project Quality Manager.

You will oversee welding, fabrication, installation inspections and ITPs to ensure nuclear safety compliance. Essential qualifications include CSWIP 3.1, PCN Level 2 in PT and RI, and strong ability to read ISO drawings.

Qualifications

• CSWIP 3.1 minimum requirement (Certified Welding Inspector)
• PCN Level 2 in Penetrant Testing (PT) and Radiographic Interpretation (RI)
• Ability to read and interpret ISO drawings and complex schematics
• Advanced welding knowledge and procedures
• Strong IT skills to prepare inspection reports and packages

Responsibilities

• Inspect welds, dimensional checks, and fabrications across stages
• Manage and verify Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and process controls
• Oversee Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) throughout manufacture and delivery
• Conduct goods inwards checks and monitor Counterfeit, Fraudulent and Suspect Items (CFSI)
• Perform sub-contractor surveillance and produce detailed inspection reports

Skills

CSWIP 3.1

PCN Level 2 PT

PCN Level 2 RI

Engineering Drawings

Welding Expertise

IT Proficiency

Job description

Quality Control Inspector (Welding & NDT)

• Location: Hinkley Point C, Somerset, England (On-Site, with occasional travel to manufacturing site in Broughton)

• Job Type: Full-time

• Security Clearance: UK Background Check / Vetting Required

About the Client:

Our client is an international leader in industrial process design, fabrication, piping, and construction management. With a strong presence in high-specification sectors such as nuclear, energy, pharmaceuticals, and heavy industry, they are renowned for delivering complex, high-integrity mechanical and piping systems.

They operate with a strong emphasis on operational satisfaction, quality assurance, nuclear safety, and employee development, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaborative problem-solving across all project delivery teams.

About the Opportunity:

This role is based on-site at the landmark Hinkley Point C nuclear power station project in Somerset, with periodic visits to the client's off-site manufacturing facility in Broughton.

Reporting to the Senior Project Quality Manager, the Quality Control Inspector will oversee the quality, structural integrity, and safety of welding, fabrication, installation, and dimensional activities. You will play a crucial role in inspecting welds, managing Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), conducting goods inwards checks, and identifying Counterfeit, Fraudulent, and Suspect Items (CFSI) to ensure total nuclear safety compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Welding Inspection & Quality Assurance

• Welding & Dimensional Inspections: Inspect and evaluate weld strength, quality, joint setup, and dimensional accuracy across fabrication, assembly, and installation stages.

• Equipment & Process Verification: Ensure correct welding equipment, parameters, and consumables are used in accordance with approved welding procedure specifications (WPS).

• ITP Management: Actively manage and control Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) through every stage of manufacture, treatment, and site delivery.

• Goods Inwards & CFSI Awareness: Inspect incoming raw materials and components to ensure compliance with standards, maintaining strict vigilance against Counterfeit, Fraudulent, and Suspect Items (CFSI).

Supply Chain & Sub-Contractor Inspections

• Sub-Contractor Surveillance: Conduct site visits and random quality inspections at sub-contractor facilities and treatment works to verify compliance with purchase orders and project specifications.

• Inspection Reporting: Produce, record, and maintain clear visit reports, factory acceptance reports, and end-of-manufacture/install documentation.

Nuclear Safety & Continuous Improvement

• Workmanship Standards: Drive high workmanship standards across site production teams, in-house workshops, and external suppliers.

• Safety & Culture: Maintain a clean and safe workspace, report safety and quality concerns promptly, and actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Candidate Profile:

Essential Qualifications & Technical Certifications

• CSWIP 3.1: Minimum requirement (Certified Welding Inspector).

• PCN Level 2 Certifications: Must hold active PCN Level 2 in Penetrant Testing (PT) and Radiographic Interpretation (RI).

• Engineering Drawings: Proven ability to read and interpret isometric drawings (ISOs) and complex engineering schematics.

• Welding Expertise: Advanced working knowledge of modern welding procedures, processes, and joint geometries.

• IT Proficiency: Strong digital skills using Microsoft Office tools to create formal inspection reports, presentations, and completion packages, with the aptitude to learn bespoke project software.

Desirable Qualifications

• PCN Level 2 Certifications: PCN Level 2 in Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) or Ultrasonic Testing (UT) is highly advantageous.

Requirements & Experience

• Quality & NDT Background: Hands-on experience performing physical welding inspections, NDT surveillance, and dimensional checks in a high-integrity industrial environment.

• Detail-Oriented: Exceptional precision and thoroughness when assessing weld quality and verifying physical materials against mill certificates.

• Communication & Relationships: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships across production teams, client representatives, and sub-contractors.