Quality Inspector

Alternative Heat Ltd; Armagh; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Alternative Heat Ltd in Banbridge, Co Down, is seeking a Quality Inspector to oversee the production process and ensure all M&E products meet quality standards. You will conduct stage inspections and FAT, maintaining full traceability via the IMS.

The role covers paint inspections, modular fit-outs, plantroom installations, torque verification, and report compilation for audits, with close collaboration with engineers to drive improvements and ensure regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience in quality inspections in manufacturing.
• Familiarity with FAT and ISO standards.
• Strong attention to detail and traceability.

Responsibilities

• Ensure production units match approved drawings and specifications.
• Monitor operations to ensure compliance with production standards.
• Recommend adjustments to assembly or production processes where necessary.
• Conduct inspections, testing, measurement, and reporting on materials and finished products.
• Oversee paint inspections, checking thickness, durability, and compliance with coating standards.
• Oversee modular fit outs, ensuring accurate assembly, alignment, and functionality of M&E systems.
• Inspect and verify plantroom installations, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and structural integrity.
• Perform factory acceptance testing (FAT) and stage inspections throughout manufacturing.
• Accept or reject finished items based on quality assessments.
• Verify and document torque settings during assembly to ensure correct installation procedures.
• Identify and document non-conformities, assisting with corrective actions.
• Ensure completion and recording of all quality checks in the Integrated Management System (IMS).
• Use precision measuring tools to detect defects and deviations from standards.
• Collaborate with production teams and engineers to resolve quality issues and drive improvements.

Skills

Stage inspections

FAT testing

Traceability systems

Quality reporting

Attention to detail

M&E products knowledge

Tools

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Quality Inspector

Application Deadline: 24 September 2026

Department: Quality

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Alternative Heat Head Office

Reporting To: Quality Control Manager

Description

Alternative Heat specialises in the design, supply, and installation of a wide range of Off-site Prefabricated solutions for the commercial M&E sectors throughout Ireland and UK. Through continuous investment within our teams, and our facilities, we have grown strongly over the years and established ourselves as a leader within the offsite pre-fabrication industry throughout Ireland and the UK.

Due to continued growth, we are looking to integrate a Quality Inspector to join our Team in our fabulous new Head Quarters based in Banbridge. This post is a permanent contract and offers an amazing opportunity for a candidate who wants to gain experience within a progressive and dynamic company.

About the Role

As the Quality Inspector, you will oversee the production process, ensuring that all fabricated mechanical and electrical (M&E) products meet required quality standards. You will conduct stage inspections and factory acceptance testing (FAT), escalating any quality issues to the Quality Control Manager while maintaining full traceability of all production items via the electronic quality system. Additionally, you may be required to present quality procedures and insights from past projects during manufacturing and assembly reviews.

Your role will include paint inspection, modular fit-outs, plantroom installations, torque record validation, audit support, and compilation of inspection reports, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and client specifications. You will be responsible for inspecting, testing, measuring, and reporting on materials and products, ensuring that quality control processes are effectively implemented across all fabrication stages.

Job Title | Quality Inspector

Location | Head Quarters - Banbridge, Co Down

Hours | 7.30am to 5.00pm Mon to Thur & 7.30am to 3.00pm Friday

Salary | Competitive depending on experience
Responsible to | Quality Control Manager

Key Responsibilities

Inspection & Quality Control:

• Ensure production units match approved drawings and specifications.
• Monitor operations to ensure compliance with production standards.
• Recommend adjustments to assembly or production processes where necessary.
• Conduct inspections, testing, measurement, and reporting on materials and finished products.
• Oversee paint inspections, checking thickness, durability, and compliance with coating standards.
• Oversee modular fit outs, ensuring accurate assembly, alignment, and functionality of M&E systems.
• Inspect and verify plantroom installations, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and structural integrity.
• Perform factory acceptance testing (FAT) and stage inspections throughout manufacturing.
• Accept or reject finished items based on quality assessments.
• Verify and document torque settings during assembly to ensure correct installation procedures.
• Identify and document non-conformities, assisting with corrective actions.
• Ensure completion and recording of all quality checks in the Integrated Management System (IMS).
• Use precision measuring tools to detect defects and deviations from standards.
• Collaborate with production teams and engineers to resolve quality issues and drive improvements.

Compliance, Documentation & Audits:

• Maintain detailed inspection reports and records of findings.
• Compile and submit comprehensive quality reports, torque records, and compliance documentation for internal and client review.
• Ensure that all work meets ISO, industry, and client requirements.
• Support and participate in internal and external audits, ensuring readiness and availability of all required documentation.
• Present quality procedures and collated data from previous similar projects during manufacturing reviews.

Health, Safety, & Continuous Improvement:

• Ensure strict adherence to health & safety regulations within the fabrication environment.
• Identify areas for process improvement and contribute to quality control initiatives.
• Work closely with engineering and site teams to promote best practices in fabrication and installation.