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QA Weld Tech, an Oil & Gas equipment manufacturer based in the North East of England. With over 40 years of experience in manufacturing critical subsea components and systems, we excel in providing our customers with the specialised products we produce.

This is a fantastic time to join us at QA Weld Tech. We have recently joined the Express Engineering Group who employ nearly 300 employees across their two Company’s, Express Engineering (Fabrications) (trading as QA Weld Tech) and Express Engineering (Gateshead).

To be successful in this NDT Technician role at Q A Weld Tech part of the Express Engineering Group, you will:

• Have experience of NDT in-process and finished machined components and high integrity fabrication welds, ensuring they comply with customer specifications
• Have a strong NDT background with a minimum of PCN level 2 qualifications in MPI, LPI and UT (3.1 / 3.2)
• Be experienced in producing technical NDT reports
• Understand the differences between Ferromagnetic & Non-Ferromagnetic Alloy materials
• Have strong mathematical skills and the ability to understand engineering drawings
• Be competent in the use of Microsoft Office packages include excel and word
• Have a can-do attitude and work well with others in a team environment
• Be flexible in your approach - willing to work overtime when required to suit customer requirements
• Be willing to increase your knowledge and undertake personal development
• Be willing to pass on your knowledge and train others
• Have experience of working within an Engineering production environment
• Knowledge of welding processes (e.g., clad overlay) and an understanding of Engineering Standards such as ASME / API would be an advantage but not essential

Assisting in various other QC activities such as Pressure Testing, Hardness Testing and Heat Treatment, PMI, Thickness Checks

Requirements:-

· DPI PCN Level 2

· UT (3.1, 3.2) PCN Level 2

· MPI PCN Level 2

Hours of Work:

We offer a variety of shift patterns including

Standard Dayshift : Monday to Thursday 7:30am to 4:00pm, Friday 7:30am to 1:30pm

Rotating Shifts:

Dayshift: Monday to Thursday 6:00am to 2:30pm, Friday 6:00am to 12:00pm

Nightshift: Monday to Thursday 6:00pm to 3:30am

Permanent nightshift may also be available.

The successful candidate will benefit from:

• Competitive salary of £18.89 (increasing to £19.29 from 05 January 2026) to £21.15 per hour (increasing to £21.55 per hour from 05 January 2026).
• An allowance of 25% of basic rate of pay per hour when working nightshift
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Enhanced employer pension contributions
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• The chance to work with a leading welding company in the Oil & Gas industry.
• Overtime opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Onsite parking

Join Our Team

If you are passionate about engineering and looking to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to grow with us. This is a fantastic time to join us at QA Weld Tech, we have seen significant growth of our order book including some long-term orders.

QA Weld Tech is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome all applications however; you must be eligible to work in the UK.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £19.29-£21.55 per hour

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person