QC Inspector

Langfields Ltd; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking an experienced QC Inspector to enhance quality control in fabrication. The role involves ensuring compliance with QMS procedures, monitoring inspection plans, and collaborating across departments. Essential qualifications include a Welding Inspection Level II certification and a minimum of 5 years in a similar role. The firm offers competitive salaries and opportunities for career development in exciting projects across challenging sectors.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Career development opportunities

Work on large-scale projects

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar Quality Control / Inspection role.
• Welding Inspection Level II qualification (PCN Level II or CSWIP 3.1 minimum).
• Strong understanding of welding procedures, NDT, fabrication, and inspection documentation.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments and with external inspectors.

Responsibilities

• Build effective working relationships with managers, chargehands, and production teams.
• Ensure adherence to Quality Management System (QMS) procedures.
• Review and monitor project Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
• Process NDT requests and ensure compliance.
• Maintain weld logs and review welder qualifications.
• Carry out fit-up inspections and monitor consumable storage.
• Support the compilation of manufacturing records and documentation.
• Participate in risk assessments and safety inspections.

Skills

Welding Inspection

Quality Control

NDT Understanding

Communication

Organisational Skills

Education

Welding Inspection Level II qualification

5 years' experience in Quality Control / Inspection role

Job description

About Langfields

Langfields is a UK leader in the design and manufacture of high-integrity pressure systems, heat exchangers and engineered plant for some of the world’s most demanding industries — including nuclear, hydrogen, renewables, defence and petrochemical sectors.

With facilities across the UK and a reputation built over 60 years, we specialise in fabrication using stainless steels, nickel alloys, titanium and other exotic materials, delivering turnkey engineered solutions to help drive the global energy transition.

Role Overview

Langfields Limited is seeking an experiencedQC Inspectorto support the delivery of the Group’s business objectives by ensuring quality control activities are carried out in line with company standards and project requirements.

This is a hands‑on role within a fabrication and welding environment, working closely with production, QA, and client representatives to ensure compliance, quality, and timely project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Build effective working relationships with managers, chargehands, production teams, QA personnel, and client inspectors.

• Ensure Quality Management System (QMS) procedures are current and fully adhered to.

• Review and monitor project Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) to ensure all requirements are captured.

• Process NDT requests and ensure NDT reports are present, accurate, and compliant.

• Liaise with NDT contractors and coordinate on‑site and off‑site inspections.

• Maintain weld logs on the shop floor and ensure welder qualifications are reviewed, current, and correctly filed.

• Carry out fit‑up inspections, visual inspection of welds, and welding parameter checks against WPS requirements.

• Monitor consumable storage and conduct spot checks in line with WPS specifications.

• Support the compilation of manufacturing records, documentation, and certification.

• Assist with final inspections, including dimensional checks and flange faces, prior to dispatch.

• Ensure photographs are taken during fabrication and at final inspection stages.

• Support the preparation and presentation of documentation to clients in line with project requirements.

• Comply with all Langfields policies, procedures, PPE, and Health, Safety & Environmental (HS&E) requirements.

• Participate in risk assessments, safety inspections, and incident investigations where required.

Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities

• Take reasonable care for personal safety and the safety of others.

• Work in accordance with risk assessments, safety procedures, and training provided.

• Report hazards or unsafe conditions and contribute to continuous improvement in HS&E practices.

• Stop work where there is a genuine health and safety concern.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum5 years’ experiencein a similar Quality Control / Inspection role.

• Welding Inspection Level II qualification(PCN Level II or CSWIP 3.1 minimum).

• Strong understanding of welding procedures, NDT, fabrication, and inspection documentation.

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments and with external inspectors.

What We Offer

• Be part of an innovative engineering business with over 100 years of expertise.
• Work on exciting, large-scale projects across nuclear, defence, and renewable sectors.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit an up to date copy of your CV.
Langfields is an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Please note thatall applicants must have full right to work in the UK.

Due to the volume of applications received, only those candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.