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NDT Level 3 Inspector / Controller – Relocate to Australia

Location: Albury, New South Wales, Australia
International relocation opportunity for UK-based NDT professionals

Are you an experienced NDT Level 3 professional ready for a major career and lifestyle move?

We are recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded advanced manufacturing business located in Albury, New South Wales. This is an outstanding opportunity for a suitably qualified UK-based candidate to relocate to Australia and take responsibility for the safe, efficient and compliant operation of a well-established Non-Destructive Testing function.

Working within a technically advanced manufacturing environment, you will support production, customer requirements and internationally recognised third-party accreditations, including NADCAP, NATA, AS9100 and AS13100.

The opportunity

Reporting to the Laboratory Manager, with responsibility for quality matters through the Quality Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day delivery and technical control of NDT activities at the Albury facility.

This is a hands-on senior technical position combining Level 3 oversight, quality systems, audit preparation, technical procedure development and Level 2 inspection duties.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and prioritise NDT activities in line with production schedules, dispatch requirements and customer commitments.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, standards and customer requirements.
• Maintain customer and third-party NDT accreditations.
• Manage the equipment, facilities and systems used within the NDT and inspection areas.
• Develop, write, review and maintain NDT procedures, work instructions and operating documentation.
• Prepare, investigate and close non-conformance reports.
• Lead investigations into non-compliance and technical quality issues.
• Prepare for and lead quality and accreditation audits.
• Produce accurate inspection certificates and supporting documentation.
• Perform Level 2 inspection duties across UT, PT, VT and MT methods.
• Manage external NDT service providers and equipment suppliers.
• Prepare business cases for new NDT and inspection equipment.
• Support continuous improvement, capital projects and broader inspection activities.

About you

To be considered, you will ideally have:

• Volumetric and surface NDT Level 3 certification to ISO 9712 or an equivalent recognised standard.
• NAS 410 Ultrasonic Testing Level 3 certification.
• Immersion tank testing qualifications and experience.
• A minimum of five years’ NDT testing experience.
• Experience within metals, forging, aerospace, defence or another highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• Advanced knowledge of industrial NDT equipment, systems and processes.
• The ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical standards and customer specifications.
• Experience with quality systems and accreditation standards such as ISO 9001, AS9100, AS13100, NADCAP, NATA and ISO 17025.
• Strong written communication skills, including the preparation of procedures, reports and technical documentation.
• A thorough, detail-focused and methodical approach.
• Strong investigation, problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills.
• The confidence to lead audits, influence stakeholders and drive technical improvements.

A tertiary qualification in metallurgy, materials science, engineering or a related discipline would be highly regarded.

Why relocate to Albury?

Albury is a thriving regional city on the border of New South Wales and Victoria, offering an attractive alternative to the cost and congestion of Australia’s major capital cities.

Residents enjoy excellent schools, healthcare, restaurants, outdoor activities and a relaxed lifestyle, while remaining well connected to Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra.

The region offers:

• More affordable housing than Australia’s major capital cities.
• A strong sense of community.
• Easy access to the Murray River, Lake Hume and surrounding wine regions.
• Excellent cycling, walking, fishing, boating and outdoor recreation.
• A balanced lifestyle without sacrificing professional opportunity.

Relocation from the United Kingdom

Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified candidates currently living in the United Kingdom who are genuinely interested in relocating to Albury, Australia.

Our client will pay for your work visa and flights and will discuss available relocation arrangements with shortlisted candidates.

Apply now

Please submit your CV outlining your NDT qualifications, methods, industry experience and relevant quality or accreditation experience.

All applications will be treated in strict confidence.

Please note: this position is based permanently in Albury, New South Wales, Australia. It is not a fly-in, fly-out or remote-working position.

Pay: £50,000.00-£55,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person