Outage QA​/QC Engineer

Outage QA/QC Engineer – 3 week outage (March 2026, Cheshire)

The Astute Power team is looking to recruit an Outage QA/QC Engineer for a 3‑week outage in Cheshire beginning in March 2026. This is a day‑only role, working 12 hours per day, 7 days a week during the outage. The hourly rate is £40.00.

• Provide QA/QC oversight during vessel boxing‑up activities, ensuring correct gasket installation, bolting procedures, torquing, and final closure compliance.
• Monitor and inspect valve welding activities, confirming adherence to approved WPS/PQR, material traceability, welder qualifications, and NDT requirements.
• Oversee welding works, ensuring compliance with welding procedures, pre‑/post‑weld heat treatment requirements, and inspection hold points.
• Oversee valve overhaul activities, verifying inspection records, component replacement, pressure testing, and correct re‑assembly/installation.
• Ensure all quality documentation – ITPs, weld records, NDT reports, and test certificates – are completed and compiled accurately.
• Liaise with site management, contractors, and client representatives on quality matters.
• Raise and manage NCRs where required and ensure close‑out of quality issues.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, compliance, and outage schedule requirements.

• Proven experience in QA/QC within power generation, heavy industry, or similar environments.
• Strong knowledge of welding standards, pressure systems, and mechanical inspection practices.
• Ideally hold CSWIP or equivalent welding inspection certificate.
• Valid CCNSG/CSCS card.

Location:

Cheshire
Hourly rate: £40.00

Start date:

March 2026

Schedule:

Days – 7 days, 12 hours per day

Astute people are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.