Quality Inspector

N G Bailey; East Devon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Quality Inspector for the Hinkley Point C construction project. In this pivotal role, you will perform inspections to ensure compliance with stringent quality standards and regulations. Your expertise will help maintain the integrity of installations and champion practices to prevent foreign material contamination. This position offers a full-time, permanent contract with competitive salary and generous allowances for working away from home. Join a team committed to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. Your contributions will be vital in delivering high-quality outcomes in a heavily regulated environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous uplift and allowances

Pension with up to 8% employer contribution

Discounts

Qualifications

• Qualifications in a relevant engineering discipline, ONC / HNC / HND or equivalent.
• Substantial experience in responsible inspection positions.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections according to the Inspection and Test Plan.
• Ensure compliance with ECS Code and vendor requirements.

Skills

Mechanical Inspection

Quality Control

Equipment Compliance

Foreign Material Exclusion

Education

ONC / HNC / HND in Engineering

Job description

08 April 2025

Quality Inspector – Mechanical

Hinkley Point C

Full Time, Permanent

Summary

We have a new vacancy for a Mechanical Quality Inspector to join us on the MEH Alliance working on the Hinkley Point C construction project.

Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:

• Perform inspections in accordance with the ITP (Inspection and Test Plan).
• Liaise with client’s representative for conducting day-to-day inspections during the construction activities.
• Ensure installation of equipment is in compliance with ECS Code, drawings, vendor and code requirements with respect to material, alignment, etc.
• Assist QC Manager and Area Leads in executing their responsibilities.
• Maintain LTQRs as required during inspections ensuring all signatures on LTQR and ITP during inspection.
• Update SONIM register as required.
• Champion Foreign Material Exclusion, preventing ingress or entrapment of non-specified materials, loose items or debris in equipment and/or systems during assembly and testing.

What we're looking for:

• Qualifications in a relevant engineering discipline, ONC / HNC / HND (or equivalent experience).
• Substantial experience in responsible inspection positions.
• Demonstrable experience on all types of rotating (including alignment and seals) and static equipment.
• Prior experience on major projects, preferably nuclear or other heavily regulated industries.

We are able to offer a competitive salary with generous uplift and allowances for working away from home where required. Pension with leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution. Discounts.

Please apply with an up-to-date CV, detailing your salary/package expectations.

Next Steps:

As a business, we’re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.

We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.