Quality Inspector

Balmoral Offshore Engineering; Thurnscoe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Balmoral Offshore Engineering is seeking a dedicated Quality Inspector to ensure rigorous quality standards in products and components. The role involves conducting inspections, maintaining records, and collaborating with various stakeholders, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the company. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and relevant qualifications in engineering or inspection/testing.

Benefits

Profit-Related Bonus

Exclusive Discounts

Ongoing Training

Employee Assistance Programme

Increasing Annual Leave

Christmas Shutdown

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a quality inspection role within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Familiarity with steel fabrication, welding (MIG/TIG), and non-destructive testing.
• Experience working with ISO 9001 and raising non-conformances.

Responsibilities

• Conducting inspections and tests on manufactured and purchased parts.
• Ensuring non-conforming products are identified and reported.
• Maintaining accurate inspection records for internal and customer review.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving abilities

Documentation

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Engineering or Inspection/Testing

Welding qualification (PCN Level 2 or CSWIP 3.1)

Job description

Join Our Team as a Quality Inspector

Location: Thurnscoe
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Are you passionate about quality and precision? Ready to make a real impact in a growing, innovative company?

At Balmoral Tanks Ltd, we’re proud to be a leading European engineering design and manufacturing company. We’re looking for a dedicated Quality Inspector to join our team and help us maintain the highest standards in everything we do.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a key member of our Quality team, you’ll ensure that all products and components meet our rigorous quality standards before moving to the next stage of production or being dispatched to customers. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting inspections and tests on manufactured and purchased parts in line with drawings, ITPs, and work instructions.
• Ensuring non-conforming products are identified, segregated, and reported using our internal systems.
• Maintaining accurate inspection records—both paper and digital—for internal and customer review.
• Collaborating with customers and third-party inspectors during on-site visits.
• Supporting continuous improvement by raising non-conformances and contributing to quality initiatives.
• Participating in internal and external audits.
• Assisting with training on inspection methods when needed.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone with a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to quality. Ideally, you’ll bring:

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Engineering or Inspection/Testing (desirable). Welding qualification is desirable (PCN Level 2 or CSWIP 3.1). Knowledge of welding / welding processes is also advantageous.
• Experience:
  • Minimum 3 years in a quality inspection role within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
  • Familiarity with steel fabrication, welding (MIG/TIG), and non-destructive testing.
  • Experience working with ISO 9001 and raising non-conformances.
  • Knowledge of welding processes and qualifications (PCN Level 2 or CSWIP 3.1) is a plus.
• Skills: Strong communication, documentation, and problem-solving abilities.

Who You Are

• Customer-Focused: You understand the importance of delivering quality and exceeding expectations.
• Accountable: You take ownership and pride in your work.
• Collaborative: You thrive in a team environment and contribute to shared success.
• Continuous Learner: You’re always looking to improve and grow.
• Values-Driven: You align with our RATER values—Reliability, Authority, Trust, Empathy, and Responsiveness.

Why Join Balmoral Tanks?

We believe in rewarding our people and creating a supportive, forward-thinking workplace. Here’s what you can expect:

• Profit-Related Bonus – Your success is our success.
• Exclusive Discounts – Save on holidays, gyms, supermarkets, and more.
• Ongoing Training – Develop your skills and grow your career.
• Employee Assistance Programme – Confidential support when you need it.
• Increasing Annual Leave – Purchase more time off.
• Christmas Shutdown – Enjoy a well-deserved break with family and friends.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're looking for a role where your attention to detail and commitment to quality will be truly valued, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and become part of a company that’s setting the standard in engineering excellence.