Senior NDT Inspector
Severfield
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Bolton
Contract type: Full time
Vacancy Summary
At Severfield, we’re creating better ways to build for a world of changing demands.
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior NDT Inspector based at our Dalton, Thirsk site.
Our competitive advantage is our people, and we’re always looking for talented individuals to join us as we continue to transform skylines across the UK & Europe. A career at Severfield presents the opportunity for you to develop, grow, and to feel part of something special, after all, we are all in it together!
Our Commercial & Industrial division designs, fabricates and constructs structural steelwork for a variety of different sectors including commercial offices, stadia & leisure, industrial & distribution, data centres, retail and health and education.
The division has manufacturing sites in three locations: Dalton, Lostock, and Enniskillen. Each has full-service capabilities and modern manufacturing processes enabling us to provide a high-quality product to a variety of different sectors. Each of our sites has its own strong reputation in the market and between them cover a wider geographical area, including Europe. They continue to set the bar high in their highly complex market!
Vacancy Details, Key Skills & Experience
In the Senior NDT Inspector position you will be the lead and primary point of contact for all Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) activities during your assigned shift. This is a critical role requiring a highly skilled and certified professional with deep expertise in structural steel specifications and inspection techniques. You will ensure that all NDT operations are carried out to the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.
Other Responsibilities Will Include But Are Not Limited To
Key Skills & experience
The ideal candidate will hold the following certifications and demonstrate strong technical and leadership capabilities:
At Severfield, we’re all about doing the right thing, so as you’d expect, we offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.
We are an equal opportunities employer and actively encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets to apply. We value the unique perspectives that come from different life experiences and are committed to building an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality, religion, or faith. At Severfield, we believe that a diverse team drives innovation and success, and we are eager to hear from all who want to contribute to our dynamic workplace.
We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.
We look forward to receiving your application!
About Us
Severfield is the largest structural steelwork Group in the UK and among the biggest in Europe. We have been involved in the UK’s highest profile structural steel projects and we have the design and engineering capabilities to deliver the UK’s largest, most complex projects.
Today, with multiple sites in the UK, Europe, and our joint venture in India, we have an annual capacity to produce around 300,000 tonnes of fabricated steelwork.
Please click on the image below to watch our capabilities video on YouTube.
Acting on behalf of our clients, our project portfolio includes world-class stadia, bridges, national infrastructure, as well as shaping city skylines across the UK and further afield.
Benefits
Looking after our employees means both their physical and mental wellbeing. We’re proud to offer a range of benefits including:
25 days holiday
Minimum 7% employer pension contributions
Employee assistance programme (EAP)
Employee benefits scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Save as you earn
Free onsite parking (role specific)
Business health insurance
At Severfield, we’re creating better ways to build for a world of changing demands.
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior NDT Inspector based at our Dalton, Thirsk site.
Our competitive advantage is our people, and we’re always looking for talented individuals to join us as we continue to transform skylines across the UK & Europe. A career at Severfield presents the opportunity for you to develop, grow, and to feel part of something special, after all, we are all in it together!
Our Commercial & Industrial division designs, fabricates and constructs structural steelwork for a variety of different sectors including commercial offices, stadia & leisure, industrial & distribution, data centres, retail and health and education.
The division has manufacturing sites in three locations: Dalton, Lostock, and Enniskillen. Each has full-service capabilities and modern manufacturing processes enabling us to provide a high-quality product to a variety of different sectors. Each of our sites has its own strong reputation in the market and between them cover a wider geographical area, including Europe. They continue to set the bar high in their highly complex market!
Vacancy Details, Key Skills & Experience
In the Senior NDT Inspector position you will be the lead and primary point of contact for all Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) activities during your assigned shift. This is a critical role requiring a highly skilled and certified professional with deep expertise in structural steel specifications and inspection techniques. You will ensure that all NDT operations are carried out to the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.
Other Responsibilities Will Include But Are Not Limited To
- Lead and coordinate all NDT activities during the shift, ensuring timely and accurate inspections.
- Interpret and apply relevant standards and specifications including BS EN ISO, AWS, and ASME.
- Perform and oversee NDT methods:
- Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
- Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI)
- Dye Penetrant Testing (PT)
- Visual Testing (VT)
- Review and validate inspection reports for clarity, accuracy, and traceability.
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior inspectors and technicians.
- Ensure all inspection equipment is calibrated and maintained.
- Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to resolve inspection-related issues.
- Support investigations, audits, and root cause analysis related to quality concerns.
- Champion a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Key Skills & experience
The ideal candidate will hold the following certifications and demonstrate strong technical and leadership capabilities:
- PCN Level 2 in Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI)
- Relevant PCN Ultrasonic Testing (UT) certifications, covering areas such as welds, forgings, and castings
- CSWIP 3.0 Welding Inspector certification require but 3.1 is advantageous.
- A solid understanding of structural steel fabrication and inspection requirements
- Proven ability to interpret technical drawings, weld symbols, and inspection criteria
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead and mentor others effectively
At Severfield, we’re all about doing the right thing, so as you’d expect, we offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.
We are an equal opportunities employer and actively encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets to apply. We value the unique perspectives that come from different life experiences and are committed to building an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality, religion, or faith. At Severfield, we believe that a diverse team drives innovation and success, and we are eager to hear from all who want to contribute to our dynamic workplace.
We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.
We look forward to receiving your application!
About Us
Severfield is the largest structural steelwork Group in the UK and among the biggest in Europe. We have been involved in the UK’s highest profile structural steel projects and we have the design and engineering capabilities to deliver the UK’s largest, most complex projects.
Today, with multiple sites in the UK, Europe, and our joint venture in India, we have an annual capacity to produce around 300,000 tonnes of fabricated steelwork.
Please click on the image below to watch our capabilities video on YouTube.
Acting on behalf of our clients, our project portfolio includes world-class stadia, bridges, national infrastructure, as well as shaping city skylines across the UK and further afield.
Benefits
Looking after our employees means both their physical and mental wellbeing. We’re proud to offer a range of benefits including:
25 days holiday
Minimum 7% employer pension contributions
Employee assistance programme (EAP)
Employee benefits scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Save as you earn
Free onsite parking (role specific)
Business health insurance
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