Quality Control Inspector - Structural

Babcock International; Kirkcaldy; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence contractor based in Rosyth seeks a Quality Control Inspector – Structural to achieve quality objectives for naval projects. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications, including CSWIP 3.1 or equivalent and experience in Quality Control fundamentals. The role offers competitive compensation, development opportunities, and is part of a team dedicated to making a significant impact on UK defence. Various benefits, including a pension scheme and generous holiday allowance, are also provided.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to Digital GP and health consultations

Employee share scheme

Employee shopping savings portal

Payment of Professional Fees

Special paid leave for reservists

‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering

Excellent development opportunities

Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of Quality Control fundamentals.
• Ability to assess work carried out by production teams.
• Excellent knowledge of naval warship quality requirements.
• Knowledge of warship construction and specifications.
• Understanding of Measurement Management Systems and ISO10012.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Complete inspection reports in a timely manner.
• Update and communicate inspection metrics.
• Perform Magnetic Particle, Liquid Penetrant, or Ultrasonic Inspections.
• Conduct product verification audits onboard ship.

Skills

Quality Control fundamentals

Assessment of work quality

Knowledge of naval warship construction

Judgment for compliance

Understanding of Measurement Management Systems

Education

Fabrication/Welding/Shipwright/Marine Engineering qualification

CSWIP 3.1 or equivalent certification

PCN Level 2 in MT or PT (desirable)

Additional NDT or coatings inspection certifications

IPAF certification

Job description

Job Title: Quality Control Inspector – Structural

Location: Rosyth, Fife

Compensation: £39,327 - £46,064 + Benefits

Role Type: Full time / 2 X Permanent

Role Type: Full Time / 2 X 18 Month FTC

Join Us in Building the Royal Navy’s Warships of Tomorrow – Make a Lasting Impact on UK Defence

At Babcock we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Quality Control Inspector – Structural at our Rosyth site.

The role

As a Quality Control Inspector – Structural, you’ll have a role that’s out of the ordinary. You’ll support the Quality Manager to achieve project objectives and drive continuous improvement across the T31 project. This is your opportunity to make a real impact – supporting the Royal Navy’s mission, developing your expertise in a dynamic environment, and advancing your career in a sector that’s both exciting and noble.

Day-to-day you’ll be required to:

• Develop strong working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Complete inspection reports in a timely manner.
• Update and communicate inspection metrics in line with daily activities.
• Carry out Magnetic Particle, Liquid Penetrant, or Ultrasonic Inspection of welds and components (where qualified).
• Conduct product verification audits and quality investigations on board ship.

This role is full time, 37 hours per week and is based on site at Rosyth. We have four exciting opportunities available: two permanent roles and two 18-month fixed-term contracts.

Essential experience of the Quality Control Inspector – Structural

• In-depth understanding of Quality Control fundamentals.
• Ability to assess work carried out by production teams and subcontractors to assure quality and technical standards.
• Excellent knowledge of Quality Control requirements for naval warship construction and acceptance.
• Broad knowledge of warship construction and design, with sound judgement to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Knowledge and understanding of Measurement Management Systems and ISO10012.

Qualifications for the Quality Control Inspector – Structural

• Qualified to a recognised trade standard (Fabrication/Welding/Shipwright/Marine Engineering) and relevant academic level (HNC/SVQ Level 3).
• CSWIP 3.1 or equivalent (AWS CWI/SCWI, CWB CWI Level 2/SCWI Level 3).
• Minimum PCN Level 2 in either MT or PT (desirable).
• Additional NDT or coatings inspection certifications are advantageous.
• IPAF preferable.

Security Clearance

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

Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

What we offer

• Generous holiday allowance
• 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.

Babcock International

For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email [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.

Closing date: 16/01/2026