CSWIP 3.1 Welding Inspector
An excellent opportunity for a proactive CSWIP 3.1 Welding Inspector to support quality assurance, welding inspection, fabrication processes and documentation control within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Weld Inspector, Quality Inspector, Welding Coordinator, NDT Technician, Quality Technician, Fabrication Inspector, Mechanical Technician.
SALARY: Competitive + Benefits
LOCATION: Great Yarmouth, Norfolk (NR31) – candidates must live within a commutable distance
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: 38 hours per week (early finish on Fridays)
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a CSWIP 3.1 Welding Inspector supporting fabrication, welding, NDT activities and inspection processes across the organisation.
As a CSWIP 3.1 Welding Inspector you will monitor welded fabrications, review documentation, maintain quality standards and ensure compliance with specifications and welding procedures.
Working as a CSWIP 3.1 Welding Inspector you will contribute to product traceability, support continuous improvement and encourage open communication on safety, quality and working practices.
DUTIES
- Setting Quality and Welding Standards: Maintaining quality levels across fabrication activities
- Raising NDT Reports: Creating and reviewing documentation for inspection processes
- Checking Weld Setups: Verifying weld preparations and compliance with specifications
- Completing Dimensional Checks: Inspecting tack-ups and final fabrications for release
- Supporting Efficiency Targets: Contributing to planned versus actual hours for the department
- Reviewing Procedures and Training: Ensuring welding procedures and staff competencies remain up to date
- Maintaining Documentation: Completing weld mapping, WPS creation, history sheets and consumable control
- Ensuring Safe Working Practices: Promoting safe systems of work targeting zero lost time accidents
- Preparing for Audits: Maintaining systems for audit readiness
- Producing Inspection Reports: Creating clear inspection documentation and highlighting non-conformances
- Supporting Site Activities: Assisting with installation project inspections when required
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
- Previous experience working in both manufacturing and off‑site environments
- CSWIP 3.1 (minimum qualification requirement)
- RWC (Responsible Weld Coordinator) or willingness to achieve via TWI interview
- Experience working within a lead / supervisory role
- Trained on all aspects of welding equipment
- Knowledge of ASME, BS Standards
- Accuracy & Discretion
- Being able to Read Technical Drawings
- Teamwork & Motivation
- Computer Skill (MS Software)
BENEFITS
- 23 days annual holiday allowance plus Bank Holidays and Christmas Eve
- Birthday leave
- Wellbeing day
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Occupational health screening
JOB REF: AWDO-P14611
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