Level 2 NDT Inspector

The Opportunity

As a Level 2 NDT Inspector based in Christchurch, you will deliver Non-Destructive Testing services for a permanent, full-time role with a leading aviation organisation. Working within a regulated maintenance environment, your duties involve inspecting aircraft and components using approved procedures to ensure safety and compliance. This position requires proficiency in various NDT methods and adherence to strict quality standards. The salary is negotiable, and the role includes base maintenance work, with occasional travel to remote sites as needed.

You will support a varied fleet, applying your technical expertise to uphold high operational standards within this engineering team.

• Carry out NDT inspections on aircraft and aircraft components in accordance with approved procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Support the NDT Level 3 and wider engineering team in the delivery of inspection activities.
• Ensure all work is completed in line with maintenance manuals, company procedures and applicable regulations.
• Complete and maintain accurate inspection and maintenance documentation.
• Assist with the coordination of NDT activities alongside aircraft maintenance operations to ensure work is completed efficiently and to schedule.
• Support aircraft maintenance activities away from base, including defect assessment and operational requirements.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality and compliance at all times.
• Promote a positive reporting culture and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with task planning, workload prioritisation and team development.
• Maintain a clean, organised and professional working environment.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and customers.

Essential

• Previous NDT inspection experience within aerospace or aircraft maintenance environments.
• Level 2 certification in:
  Eddy Current Testing (ET/EC) Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
• Experience working within regulated maintenance environments.
• Strong knowledge of aerospace NDT processes and standards.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Understanding of aircraft maintenance regulatory requirements.

Desirable

• Magnetic Particle Testing (MT/MPI) Penetrant Testing (PT/FPI) Radiographic Testing (RT)
• Military aviation or defence sector experience
• Apprenticeship, engineering qualification or equivalent military training
• Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives

• Opportunity to work within a highly specialised aerospace engineering environment.
• Varied workload across aircraft maintenance and inspection activities.
• Exposure to advanced aviation platforms and technologies.
• Strong focus on professional development and training.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Long-term career progression opportunities within a growing engineering organisation.

Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to obtain the appropriate security clearance. Flexibility to travel and support operational requirements outside of normal working hours may occasionally be required. This role would suit an experienced NDT Inspector looking to join a respected aerospace organisation w