Welding QC Inspector

Alternative Heat Ltd; Moneyslane; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Alternative Heat Ltd in Scarva is seeking a QC Inspector to ensure welding and fabrication work meets specifications and quality standards. You will perform quality stage inspections, factory acceptance testing, and maintain traceability in the electronic quality system.

The ideal candidate has experience in welding inspection, quality control, and a strong understanding of fabrication processes within the M&E or manufacturing industries, with responsibilities including presenting quality

Qualifications

• Experience in welding inspection and quality control.
• Strong understanding of fabrication processes in M&E or manufacturing industries.
• Familiar with welding procedures, materials and welder qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality inspections and factory acceptance testing.
• Perform visual and NDT testing and report findings.
• Ensure full production traceability and maintain electronic quality records.
• Present quality findings from projects and support corrective actions.

Skills

Welding inspection

Quality control

Fabrication processes

NDT

Job description

QC Inspector

Application Deadline: 11 September 2026

Department: Fabrication

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Scarva

Reporting To: Quality Control Manager

Description

Team Overview:

The Quality department is committed to maintaining the highest standards across all aspects of our products and services. Through rigorous inspection, testing, and continuous improvement processes, the team ensures compliance with industry regulations, client specifications, and internal quality benchmarks. Their focus on excellence supports reliable, safe, and high-performing solutions, reinforcing Alternative Heat’s reputation for delivering outstanding mechanical and electrical systems.

Role Overview:

As a QC Inspector, you will ensure all welding and fabrication work meets approved specifications and quality standards. You will perform quality stage inspections, factory acceptance testing, and escalte any issues to the Senior Welding Inspector.

Additionally, you will be responsible for ensuring that all quality stages are recorded on our electronic quality system, ensuring full traceability of all production items. During reviews, you may be required to present the quality process and information from previous similar jobs. The ideal candidate will have experience in welding inspection, quality control, and a strong understanding of fabrication processes within the M&E or manufacturing industries.

Job Title | QC Inspector

Location | Fabrication Sites, Scarva

Hours | Monday-Thursday 7am-4:30pm and Friday 7am-1:30pm

Salary | Competitive Depending on Experience

Responsible to | Quality Control Manager

What You'll be Doing

Conduct quality inspections, factory acceptance testing, and welding surveillance to ensure all fabrication and welded components meet approved drawings, specifications, production, and quality standards. Responsibilities include inspecting, testing, measuring, and reporting on welded products; performing visual and non-destructive testing (NDT); verifying weld quality and dimensions; identifying defects and non-conformances; recommending process adjustments and repairs; and supporting corrective actions. The role also involves reviewing welding procedures, materials, and welder qualifications, maintaining full production traceability and electronic quality records, and accepting or rejecting completed components in line with established standards. Additionally, the role requires presenting quality findings from previous similar projects, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, and carrying out other duties as required by management.