Quality Control Inspector

The Quality Control Inspector will be responsible for delivering independent inspection and quality control services for a prestigious UK Defence project located near Reading.

Position Summary

The Quality Control Inspector will be responsible for delivering independent inspection and quality control services for a prestigious UK Defence project located near Reading. Operating within a highly secure environment, the inspector will review fabrication and manufacturing documentation, ensure compliance with relevant standards, and support the quality requirements of nuclear-related equipment and pressure systems. The role requires a British-born UK passport holder due to security clearance requirements.

• Developing and maintaining excellent relationships with both internal and external customers.
• Delivering independent inspection and quality control services at operating sites and vendor locations for new equipment in manufacture, fabrication, and construction.
• Inspecting equipment ranging from Class 1 nuclear pressure equipment to items manufactured and installed to conventional codes, standards, and regulations.
• Reviewing fabrication/manufacturing documentation within delegated authority levels, including:
• Quality plans
• ITPs
• Fabrication/manufacturing procedures
• Welding procedures
• NDE procedures
• Compilation and review of LTQRs

• Strong working knowledge of UK inspection requirements within the nuclear industry or relevant transferable experience from other high-hazard industries.
• Experience and understanding of nuclear and conventional codes and standards related to pressure equipment and pressure systems, including:
• EN13445
• EN13480
• PD5500
• ASME VIII
• Associated material, welding, and NDE standards
• Ability to demonstrate a proactive and self-motivated approach to both technical and non-technical tasks.

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Weld Inspector with the following:
• CSWIP 3.1/3.2
• PCN Level II Magnetic Particle Inspection or PCN Level II Dye Penetrant Testing
• PCN Level II Radiographic Interpretation