QA/QC Inspector - 12 Month Contract - Based in Reading

Our Client has a requirement for a QA/QC Inspector, who will be required to work on a Contract basis in Reading.

IMPORTANT- You have to be sole British national due to the project, and eligible for Security clearance (have to have worked inside the UK for the past 5 years)

Role Purpose:

QC Inspectors are responsible for providing independent Quality Control and weld inspection services across a range of nuclear mechanical and electrical disciplines. Services are provided at vendors', potential vendors' or other participating entities' premises and locations within the above geographical areas.

Job Role Responsibilities:

Developing and maintaining excelent relationships with both internal and external Customers.
Deliver independent inspection and quality control services at operating sites and vendors relating to new equipment in manufacture, fabrication and construction.
Equipment ranging from Class 1 nuclear pressure equipment to items manufactured and installed to conventional codes, standards and regulations.
Review of fabrication / manufacturing documentation within delegated authority levels in terms of quality plans, ITP's fabrication / manufacturing procedures, welding procedures, NDE procedures, compilation and review of LTQR's.

Knowledge and Skills:

Have a good working knowledge of UK requirements for Inspection within the nuclear industry or transferable experience from another high hazard industry.
Experience and understanding or the ability to learn nuclear and conventional codes and standards relating to pressure equipment and pressure systems including EN13445, EN13480, PD5500, ASME VIII plus associated material. Welding and NDE standards.
Be able to demonstrate a proactive, self-motivated approach to technical and non-technical work.
Have experience of managing a range of stakeholders and will be able to demonstrate a successful track record of influencing and negotiating, particularly in technical
discussions relating to Inspection.
Have good technical writing and communication skills.
Good working knowledge of the Customers quality requirements
Good working knowledge and application of ISO 9001.
Good working knowledge of manufacturing techniques and processes.
Minimum of 5 years' experience in the inspection of Welded fabrications / manufactured equipment for nuclear and conventional power generation applications.
Sound understanding and qualification where necessary in Materials, Welding and NDE techniques.
Have a good working knowledge of UK requirements for Inspection within the nuclear industry or transferable experience from another high hazard industry.

Required for role:

Need to have CSWIP 3.1 or above

2 out of the 4 below:

Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI)
Dye Penetrant Inspection (DPI)
Radiographic Interpretation (RAD)
Ultrasonic Testing (UT)

Benefits:

£50 per night for accommodation if needed.
5 hours travel time per week paid for if staying overnight.
2 hours per day paid for if local and commuting to the site.

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a QA/QC Inspector looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.