Quality Inspector

Manpower UK; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower UK is seeking experienced Quality Control Engineer / Clerk of Works / Inspector for a major infrastructure programme in Plymouth. The role focuses on quality oversight across civil, mechanical, electrical, welding and fabrication activities, ensuring works meet client and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate will have strong QC principles, ITPs, NCR management and hands-on inspection experience across multiple disciplines, with SC clearance eligibility and nuclear/defence project

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in quality inspection or quality control on large-scale projects.
• Background in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Fabrication, Welding, NDT.
• Security clearance (SC) eligibility and Nuclear/Defence/MOD experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor defects and NCRs, tracking and closing out.
• Verify compliance with specifications, works information and client requirements.
• Prepare quality reports and inspection records.
• Conduct on-site quality inspections and surveillance.
• Support off-site inspections of suppliers and manufacturers.
• Witness inspections, testing, and review documentation.
• Ensure ITPS are implemented and maintained.
• Support FATs, SATs and acceptance testing activities.
• Develop and update quality documentation and procedures.
• Liaise with client quality representatives and third-party inspectors.
• Participate in quality audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure material traceability and certification records are maintained.
• Assist in compilation of Lifetime Quality Records.

Skills

Quality control

Inspection

NDT

Reporting

Education

HNC/HND in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

ISO 9001 Auditor Certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Quality Control Engineer / Clerk of Works / Inspector

Location: Plymouth

Duration: 12 months FTC (Inside IR35)

Salary: Up to £58000 DOE

Hours: 07:30 to 16:30, 37.5 hours per week

About the Role

Due to continued growth, we are seeking a number of experienced Quality Control Engineer / Clerk of Works / Inspector to join a major infrastructure programme in Plymouth.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in a high-profile project, providing quality oversight across civil, mechanical, electrical, welding and fabrication activities throughout the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will ensure that works are delivered to the highest standards, meeting client, regulatory and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor defects and rectification activities, ensuring NCRs are raised, tracked and closed out.
• Verify compliance with project specifications, works information and client requirements.
• Prepare and contribute to quality reports and inspection records.
• Conduct on-site quality inspections and surveillance activities.
• Support off-site inspections of suppliers and manufacturers.
• Witness inspections, testing activities and review associated documentation.
• Ensure Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) are implemented and maintained.
• Support FATs, SATs and acceptance testing activities.
• Assist with preparation and development of quality documentation and procedures.
• Liaise with client quality representatives and third-party inspection authorities.
• Participate in quality audits of projects, suppliers and contractors.
• Support quality training and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure material traceability and certification records are maintained.
• Assist in the compilation and review of Lifetime Quality Records.
• Monitor implementation of company quality policies and procedures.
• Provide support and guidance to project teams to promote a "Right First Time" culture.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in quality inspection or quality control on projects of similar scale and complexity.
• Background in one or more of the following disciplines:
• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Fabrication
• Welding
• Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
• Strong understanding of Quality Control principles and inspection processes.
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance (SC).
• Experience within Nuclear, Defence or MOD environments.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• CSCS Card.
• Formal quality or engineering training.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent industry experience.
• ISO 9001 Auditor Certification.
• Industry-recognised quality qualifications.