Not all careers go beneath the surface — this one does!

We’re seeking a detail-driven Quality Inspector to ensure the flawless performance of pipework at the heart of submarine engineering in Barrow in Furness.

Your sharp eye and commitment to excellence will help keep vital systems watertight and mission-ready.

If you’re looking for a role where your skills truly make waves, this is your chance to dive in!

The following shifts apply

Either 3 on 3 off Day shift 12 hours

Or 7 on 7 off nights 12 hours

This is a temp to perm opportunity

Role Description

To work as part of a team to provide Radiography and supplementary NDE support to the business, specifically on high integrity pipework and structure welding on submarines

• Strong understanding of the end to end process of Radiography principles and applying these to support submarine build.

• Conversant with the Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017 and radiological safety in industrial environments.

Core Activities

• Highly proficient in the use of radiographic inspection equipment

• Interpreting and applying Gamma and X-ray techniques for compound and site Radiography

• Supporting supplementary surface inspections such as DPI and MPI

• Update and record findings in the quality repositories for report storage

• Support learning and on the job training of S2 radiography inspectors

• Carrys out routine maintenance and functional checks on processing equipment and supports calibration of equipment

• Carrys out daily function and safety checks on Radiography enclosures

• Input on radiation protection discussions with colleagues in the department

• Be part of a contingency team for radiation contingency plans

Key Accountabilities

• Carry’s out Radiography work in line with department processes, Local Rules, radiation risk assessments and obeys HS&E control measures

• Control of own dosimetry and tracking for radiation safety

• Accurately report on findings and record all information within various reporting platforms 

• Drives improvement and delivers radiography best practice with positive engagement

• Liaison with third party auditors such as HSE, LRQA, ONR & EA

• Support Quality Investigations within submarines

Essential Qualifications

• PCN Level 2 in RT welds with ARS

• PCN Level 2 in DPI

• Interpretation experience

• PCN Level 2 in MT / CR/ U.T 31 & 3.2 Desirable

• PCN / CSWIP Weld inspection Desirable

• Knowledge and experience of X-ray and Gamma Ray (iridium/Selenium) Techniques

• Working at height in submarines and in confined spaces

• Reactor safety (desirable)

Security Requirements
• The role is subject to full Security Clearance (SC) with no caveats. Due to the specialist nature of the role, it is expected that the individual may need to view confidential material subject to “UK Eyes Only” and therefore the vacancy is only available to UK nationals only.