Quality Control Inspector - Structural

Nuclearinst; Rosyth; On-site; GBP 39,327 - 46,064; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday

Matched pension

Health & wellness benefits

Digital GP

Be Kind Day

Job summary

Babcock in Rosyth is looking for a Quality Control Inspector – Structural to support the Quality Manager on the T31 project. Working on-site, you will inspect welds and components, complete reports, and communicate inspection metrics to drive continuous improvement.

The role requires knowledge of quality control fundamentals, ability to assess production work and subcontractors, and relevant certifications such as CSWIP 3.1. Security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• In-depth quality control knowledge and practical application.
• Ability to assess work by production teams and subcontractors.
• Understanding of naval warship QC requirements and ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Complete inspection reports promptly.
• Update inspection metrics for daily activities.
• Carry out magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, or ultrasonic inspections when qualified.
• Conduct product verification audits and quality investigations on board ship.

Skills

Quality control

Weld inspection

ISO10012

Measurement systems

Education

Trade qualification

HNC/SVQ3

CSWIP 3.1

PCN MT/PT

NDT/coatings certs

IPAF

Job description

Job Title: Quality Control Inspector – Structural

Location: Rosyth, Fife

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

Role Type: Full time / 2 X 18 Month Fixed Term Contract

Role ID: SF70969

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, 36 hours per week and is based on site at Rosyth.

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 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

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: 28/05/2026