Quality Control Inspector - Electrical

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

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Rosyth seeks a Quality Control Inspector – Electrical to ensure the quality of naval systems as part of a significant defense program. Candidates should possess a strong background in quality control, relevant technical qualifications, and excellent communication skills. This full-time role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to a Digital GP and health consultations

Employee share scheme

Holiday Trading option

Paid leave for volunteering

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of quality control in naval systems.
• Deep understanding of quality control fundamentals.
• Broad knowledge of ship machinery design and installation.

Responsibilities

• Inspect installation of ship machinery and systems.
• Liaise with Lloyds Register and other verification bodies.
• Manage inspection regimes and completion records.

Skills

Quality control in naval warship construction

Technical compliance assessment

Communication skills

Report writing

Education

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

HNC or SVQ Level 3

Job description

Job Title: Quality Control Inspector – Electrical

Location: Rosyth, Fife

Role Type: Full time / Fixed Term Contract – 18 Months

Role ID: SF68556

The role

As a Quality Control Inspector – Electrical, you’ll have a role that’s out of the ordinary. You’ll be at the heart of one of the UK’s most exciting defence programmes - the Type 31 Frigate. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to a project that’s redefining naval capability and supporting national security. You’ll be part of a high-performing team ensuring the quality and integrity of warship systems, helping us deliver excellence to the Royal Navy and beyond.

Day-to-day responsibilities

• Inspecting and accepting the installation of ship machinery, equipment, and systems
• Liaising closely with Lloyds Register and other verification bodies
• Managing inspection regimes and maintaining completion records within CMS
• Coordinating inspection schedules and diaries with external stakeholders
• Supporting quality improvement initiatives across the Type 31 project

This role is full time, 36 hours per week Monday to Thursday and is based on site at Rosyth.

Essential experience

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

Qualifications

• Recognised trade qualification in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
• Relevant academic qualification (HNC or SVQ Level 3)

Security Clearance

The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.

What we offer

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. This Window opens February through to March annually.
• ‘Be Kind Day’ enables employees to take one working day’s paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
• Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

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EEO Statement

We are a disability confident committed employer.

If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please [e-mail] with the subject header ‘Reasonable adjustments requirement’. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working – please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.