Welding Surveyor

TWI Ltd; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Private health and dental cover

Travel expenses reimbursed

Share-in-success bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Job summary

TWI Certification Ltd in Cambridge is seeking a Welding Surveyor to join the Welder Certification team. The role involves witnessing WPQs, WPQRs, and delivering examinations in line with industry standards.

The ideal candidate holds CSWIP Welding Inspector certification, has welding process knowledge (TIG/MIG/MAG/SAW) and ISO/IEC standards familiarity, and is able to travel for client site assessments. Hybrid work with office/site mix, permanent contract.

Qualifications

• Essential CSWIP Welding Inspector certification.
• GCSEs (English, Maths and Science) at grade 4/C or above.
• Knowledge of welding processes TIG, MIG/MAG and SAW; WPQ/WPQR standards ISO 9606/ASME IX.

Responsibilities

• Conducting and supporting Welder Performance Qualifications (WPQs).
• Assisting with Welding Procedure Qualification Records (WPQRs).
• Delivering TWI Cert examinations in line with industry standards.
• Visiting client sites to witness and assess welding activities.
• Ensuring certification activities are carried out accurately and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Supporting the continued success and reputation of TWI Cert through high-quality service delivery.

Skills

CSWIP Welding Inspector

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent working

Welding processes TIG/MIG/MAG/SAW

WPQ/WPQR ISO9606/ASME IX

UKAS environments

ISO/IEC 17024/17020

CSWIP Senior Welding Inspector

CSWIP Welding Examiner

Welding Coordinator Diploma

Welding experience

Education

GCSEs (English, Maths, Science)

Job description

Welding Surveyor Welding Surveyor Certification | TWI Certification Ltd

Job Profile

Location: Cambridge or Middlesbrough

Contract: Permanent

Office/Hybrid: Office-based 5 days per week during probation, when not undertaking client site work

Hours: Full-time

Salary: Up to £39,000 per annum + Car Allowance

Reference: JR100762

Closing date: 24 September 2026

Security Requirement: Successful completion of a BPSS check is required.

About the Role

TWI Certification Ltd (TWI Cert) is looking for a motivated Welding Surveyor to join our growing team in Cambridge. Working within the Welder Certification team and reporting to the Quality Manager, you'll help deliver industry-recognised certification and examination services that support the highest standards of welding quality, safety and compliance.

What You'll Be Doing

• Conducting and supporting Welder Performance Qualifications (WPQs)
• Assisting with Welding Procedure Qualification Records (WPQRs)
• Delivering TWI Cert examinations in line with industry standards
• Visiting client sites to witness and assess welding activities
• Ensuring certification activities are carried out accurately and in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Supporting the continued success and reputation of TWI Cert through high-quality service delivery

Why Join TWI Cert?

• Work with clients across a range of engineering and manufacturing sectors
• Develop expertise in internationally recognised welding standards
• Enjoy a varied role combining office-based work and site visits
• Join a globally respected organisation known for technical excellence
• Play an important role in maintaining industry quality and safety standards

About You

• Essential: CSWIP Welding Inspector certification
• Minimum of three GCSEs (Grade 4/C or above), including English, Maths and Science
• Knowledge of welding processes such as TIG, MIG/MAG and SAW
• Understanding of WPQ/WPQR standards, including ISO 9606 and ASME IX
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Desirable: CSWIP Senior Welding Inspector certification
• CSWIP Welding Examiner certification
• EWF/IIW Welding Coordinator Diploma (Specialist level), or willingness to work towards it
• Experience in welding and/or allied technologies
• Experience working within UKAS-accredited or similar regulated environments
• Knowledge of ISO/IEC 17024 and/or ISO/IEC 17020

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Car allowance
• Adverse Working Conditions payments where applicable
• All reasonable business travel expenses for client site visits will be fully reimbursed
• Share-in-success bonus scheme
• Generous pension scheme (both employee contribution (flexible amount) and TWI contribution (up to 10% of salary))
• Holiday (20 days + 5 Corporate days + 8 bank holidays)
• Private health and dental cover
• Career development and training
• Onsite employee restaurant
• Onsite gym
• Day nursery available for companies on Granta Park (Cambridge) site (subject to availability)
• Onsite parking
• Hybrid working, flexible working, enhanced maternity pay and paid parental leave

Work Hours

36 hours per week (full time), 8.30am - 16.30pm Monday to Thursday (finishing at 16.15pm on Friday). Part-time and hybrid working available in some roles.

Schedule

Office-based 5 days per week during probation, when not undertaking client site work

Travel: This position may require regular travel both in the UK and abroad.

Recruitment Support

If you require any additional support during your application, interview or any other aspect of our recruitment process please reach out to [e-mail]

Diversity & Inclusion

TWI Ltd is committed to treating all employees fairly and to being an inclusive employer. Our aim is to create a work environment where our employees can reach their full potential. We put Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at the heart of our people practices to attract, develop and retain the best talent.

Inclusion: We recognise that it's the differences of our people that gives us our competitive edge and enables us to maintain our world leading reputation. This is why we are committed to ensuring there is diversity across every level of our organisation; representative of the Members and societies we serve. We have made Inclusion our number one corporate value to demonstrate our commitment to ensure it is at the core of everything we do at TWI.

Disability Confident Scheme: We are pleased to confirm that we have achieved the first stage accreditation, which means we are a 'Disability Confident Employer'. This is a government-supported scheme that supports organisations like TWI to make the most of the talents that people with disability can bring to our workplace. The scheme helps us recruit and retain great people; draw from the widest possible pool of talent; secure high-quality employees who are skilled, loyal and hardworking; and improve employee morale and commitment by demonstrating that we treat all of our people fairly.

TWI Culture

TWI is a world expert in engineering, materials and joining technologies with significant property assets. We provide industry with advice and know-how in design, fabrication, failure analysis and prevention. We offer opportunities to collaborate with inspiring and expert teams and a supportive environment in which you are actively encouraged to share your ideas and continually develop your own skills and knowledge. If you are looking to join an organisation that is fuelled by innovation, teamwork, and openness, this role could be for you.

Our Values

• Inclusion: Valuing the contribution from every individual, creating value for our customers
• Teamwork: Building effective working relationships, we accomplish more together
• Adaptability: Engaging positively with change to meet the needs of the business
• Taking Responsibility: Achieving our objectives and personal development
• Innovation & Expertise: Championing new ideas and sharing knowledge to solve industry problems
• Customer Focus: Building trusting relationships with our customers