Senior NDT Inspector - UT 3.7/3.8

Employment; Thirsk; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in the UK is seeking a Senior NDT Inspector for a permanent full-time role in Thirsk. You will lead Non-Destructive Testing activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards while providing mentorship to junior inspectors. The position offers flexible shift patterns (days or nights) with competitive hourly rates. Ideal candidates will have relevant NDT certifications and experience in heavy manufacturing. Benefits include a pension, medical cover, and additional compensation schemes.

Benefits

Pension

Medical Cover

25 days + BH

Cycle to Work

Save as you earn scheme

Counseling & Support

Qualifications

• Experience in leading NDT activities in heavy manufacturing environments.
• Proven ability to validate inspection reports for clarity and accuracy.
• Strong communication skills to mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all NDT activities during allocated shifts.
• Conduct and oversee various NDT techniques in accordance with standards.
• Provide technical support and mentoring to junior inspectors.

Skills

Leadership in NDT activities

Technical expertise in inspection processes

Collaboration with production and engineering teams

Education

CSWIP 3.0 certification

PCN Level 2 certification in MPI & UT

Job description

This permanent full-time role offers the opportunity to lead Non-Destructive Testing activities as a Senior NDT Inspector within a modern structural steel manufacturing environment. Working across varied shift patterns, the position involves ensuring high-quality inspection processes, maintaining compliance with industry standards, and supporting operational teams in delivering safe, accurate and efficient testing outcomes.

This role would suit an experienced NDT professional who thrives in a fast-paced engineering or manufacturing environment. It is ideal for someone who enjoys taking ownership, mentoring others, and applying technical expertise to ensure quality and safety. Candidates confident in interpreting standards and working collaboratively with production and engineering teams will excel here.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all NDT activities during allocated shifts, ensuring timely and accurate inspections.
• Conduct and oversee UT, MPI, PT and VT techniques in accordance with relevant standards.
• Review, interpret and apply BS EN ISO, AWS and ASME specifications.
• Validate inspection reports for clarity, accuracy and traceability.
• Provide technical support, guidance and mentoring to junior inspectors and technicians.

Requirements

• CSWIP 3.0 certified
• PCN Level 2 - Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI / MT) & Ultrasonic (UT) 3.7, 3.8 or 3.9.
• Proven NDT experience in Heavy Manufacturing

Location: Thirsk
Permanent
Choice of Days or Nights
Shift pattern:

• Days @ £26.22 per hour - Mon-Thurs 06:30am-16:30pm, Friday 06:30am-12:30pm
• Nights @ £29.87 per hour - Mon-Thus 19:10pm - 06:40am

Benefits

Benefits: Pension, Medical Cover, 25 days + BH, Cycle to Work, Save as you earn scheme, Counselling & Support, further Benefit schemes.

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Contact Jacob Golding for further details - 0161 4166249 - [e-mail]