Quality Inspector

Mercury; Leixlip; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunities employer

Job summary

Mercury in Leixlip is seeking a Quality Inspector to support zero-defect delivery on complex mechanical installations. You will implement QA/QC procedures, inspect work on site, verify drawings and P&IDs, and maintain quality records to ensure handover readiness.

Join a team delivering critical data centre, life sciences and industrial projects with a strong focus on right-first-time installations, continuous improvement, and compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Degree or professional qualification in mechanical engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in QA/QC, mechanical inspection, or construction quality roles.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, P&IDs and technical documentation.
• Strong reporting skills and accuracy in quality records.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project-specific quality procedures.
• Maintain and monitor Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Conduct surveillance inspections of mechanical installations on site.
• Verify drawings, P&IDs and documentation are current and used on site.
• Record and report quality observations and non-conformances.
• Support final inspections and quality walkdowns with project teams.

Skills

QA/QC experience

Mechanical inspection

Reading drawings

Documentation & reporting

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quality Inspector, Leixlip, Co. Kildare

Mercury is the European leader in construction solutions.

We build and manage complex engineering & construction projects for the world’s leading corporations. Our solutions help deliver technologies and life changing advancements that connect people, communities, and businesses, giving them the power to achieve incredible things. Our people have the courage to be innovative. Their determination and sharp focus enable us to deliver with certainty, time and time again.

We deliver our clients’ visions through leading edge construction solutions across multiple sectors, including Enterprise Data Centres, Advanced Technology & Life Sciences, Hyperscale Data Centres, Fire Protection.

At Mercury, it is our duty to encourage and back our people to realise their vision of themselves. We place them at the heart of what we do, providing challenging opportunities to develop within a great team in a supportive environment that allows them to reach their full potential.

Scope Of The Role

The Quality Inspector is responsible for supporting the delivery of a zero-defect, zero-rework project through the effective implementation of quality assurance and quality control processes. The role works closely with project teams, supervisors, subcontractors, and quality personnel to ensure that all mechanical installations comply with project specifications, inspection requirements, industry standards, and client expectations.

The successful candidate will play a key role in monitoring installation quality throughout the construction process, identifying issues at an early stage, and supporting the achievement of Mercury’s quality objective of delivering systems complete and snag-free at handover.

Key Responsibilities Of The Role

• Assist in the development and implementation of project-specific quality procedures.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of project-specific Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Deliver quality induction workshops to raise awareness of project quality requirements and standards.
• Conduct and record surveillance inspections and in-progress quality inspections of mechanical installations.
• Carry out installation line walks to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Ensure correct Points of Completion (POC) are identified and implemented.
• Verify that current approved drawings and documentation are available and being utilised on site.
• Monitor installation activities to ensure supports and mechanical systems are installed as construction progresses.
• Verify that equipment and systems are correctly labelled.
• Ensure welding inspections are carried out in accordance with project and quality requirements.
• Inspect equipment installations to verify compliance with P&IDs and approved design documentation.
• Verify that high-point vents and low-point drains are installed where required.
• Ensure correct bolt types, gasket materials, and associated components are installed in accordance with specifications.
• Confirm that pipe shields and associated supports are installed correctly where required.
• Participate in final inspections and quality walkdowns with Construction Supervisors and project teams.
• Assist with the collection, verification, and compilation of quality documentation for construction handover dossiers and project close-out records.
• Carry out inspections in accordance with frequencies defined within project-specific Inspection and Test Plans.
• Produce internal quality reports and inspection records.
• Support the management of non-conformances and corrective actions where required.
• Monitor compliance with quality procedures and industry standards across all mechanical installations.
• Promote right-first-time installation practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support project teams in achieving quality targets and zero-snag objectives.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, quality documentation, and audit trails.
• Participate in project quality meetings and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Carry out any other duties associated with the role.

Essential Criteria For The Role

• Relevant third-level qualification, trade qualification, or professional qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Quality Management, or a related discipline.
• Experience working in a QA/QC, Mechanical Inspection, Building Services, or Construction Quality role.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, installations, and construction quality processes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, P&IDs, and technical documentation.
• Experience carrying out inspections, audits, and quality verification activities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet demanding project deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational, planning, and record-keeping abilities.
• Ability to produce accurate and professional quality reports.
• High standards of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Proactive and solution-focused approach to quality management.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience working on Data Centre, Pharmaceutical, Industrial, Life Sciences, or Mission Critical projects.
• Knowledge of commissioning and systems completion processes.
• Experience working with Tier 1 contractors.
• Familiarity with Inspection and Test Plans, quality dossiers, and turnover documentation.
• Experience with welding inspections and mechanical quality compliance processes.
• Knowledge of industry codes, standards, and quality management systems.
• Professional quality or engineering accreditation.
• Experience working within BIM-enabled project environments.

Mercury is an equal opportunities employer.