Manufacturing Laboratory Technologist – NDT Level III – Turbine Systems

Job Description Manufacturing Laboratory Technologist - NDT Level III - Turbine Systems Rotherham

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Manufacturing Laboratory Technologist to join our team at Advanced Blade Casting Facility (ABCF) in Rotherham.

At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you’ll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that champions belonging, creativity, and your professional growth.

This is an interesting opportunity to work in a world-class engineering and manufacturing environment where we employ world-class automated processes, integrated manufacturing systems and advanced measurement techniques.

In this role you will be the point of contact for the technical control of NDT & special inspection processes for the Advanced Blade Casting Facility, at a time where we are going through a significant and exciting phase of growth to meet rising OE and Services demand.

• Lead and develop the NDT community in support of Technical Control of NDT for ABCF in Rotherham.
• Ensure technical control of NDT activities in line with requirements of GQP's, RPS's, RRP's and external customer specifications.
• Introduce, update, and approve NDT technical instructions in support of the control of NDT processes / part specific technical packages.
• Maintain Level 3 approvals in NDT methods relevant to the department, either by Examination or credit system.
• Co-ordinate internal / external NDT Audits in line with company requirements.
• Lead Nadcap special process audits and support other site audits where required.
• Support new & maintain current control approvals for all NDT Inspectors / operators in accordance with RPS
  915 for the Rotherham site.
• Maintain a network with NDT suppliers, sub-contractors, and company Level IIIs.
• To be aware of technical advancements within NDT that could be used within Turbine Systems business unit.
• To ensure compliance with all Company, Turbine Systems and Site policies, practices and procedures including Health, Safety & Environmental policies, and company Quality manuals.

• Current PCN/EN4179/ASNT.
• NDT Level 3 certification in any of the following techniques:
  Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection, Digital Radiography.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Data driven approach to problem solving.

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls-Royce is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Closing date: 10th September 2026

As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.

Job Category Factory Staff

Posting Date 27 Aug 2026; 00:08 Posting End Date 09 Sept 2026

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