Kent Stainless is an EN1090-certified fabrication facility specialising in the manufacture of high-quality stainless steel and carbon steel products for structural, architectural, and industrial applications. We are committed to delivering components that meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance.
Role Overview
Kent Stainless is seeking a detail-oriented Welding Inspector to ensure that all welding and fabrication activities comply with applicable standards, specifications, and internal quality procedures. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining compliance with EN1090, relevant welding standards, and customer requirements across stainless and carbon steel fabrication projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect welding activities during fabrication to ensure compliance with EN1090, approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), and relevant welding standards (e.g., ISO 9606 - Qualification Testing of Welders/ ISO 15614- Welding Procedure Qualification where applicable).
- Perform visual inspection (VT) of welded joints on stainless steel and carbon steel assemblies.
- Verify that welders are qualified and working within approved Welder Qualification Records (WQRs).
- Review and verify fabrication documentation including WPS, WPQR, inspection test plans (ITPs), and material certificates.
- Identify weld defects and non-conformances and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
- Coordinate with production teams to maintain quality requirements while supporting efficient fabrication processes.
- Support and coordinate non-destructive testing (NDT) activities where required (e.g., dye penetrant, ultrasonic, radiography).
- Maintain accurate inspection records, reports, and traceability documentation in accordance with company procedures and EN1090 requirements.
- Assist with internal and external quality audits and certification inspections.
- Promote a strong quality and safety culture across the fabrication workshop.
- General Quality Inspections of fabrications.
Qualifications & Experience
- Relevant certification in welding inspection (e.g., CSWIP Welding Inspector, IWI, or equivalent).
- Experience inspecting stainless steel and carbon steel welded fabrications.
- Strong understanding of EN1090 structural steel requirements.
- Knowledge of welding processes such as TIG, MIG/MAG.
- Familiarity with welding standards and quality systems (ISO 3834, ISO welding qualifications, etc.).
- Experience reading engineering drawings, weld symbols, and fabrication specifications.
- Understanding of NDT methods and inspection procedures.
- Good attention to detail and strong documentation skills.
Desirable Skills
- Previous experience in a structural or architectural steel fabrication environment.
- Additional NDT certifications (VT – Visual Testing/Inspection, PT - Penetrant Testing (Liquid Dye Penetrant Inspection), UT – Ultrasonic Testing , or MT -Magnetic Particle Testing .
- Knowledge of quality management systems (ISO 9001).
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Personal Attributes
- Strong commitment to quality, safety, and compliance.
- Methodical and detail-focused approach to inspection.
- Ability to work collaboratively with production teams and engineers.
- Proactive in identifying potential quality issues and driving improvements.
What we will offer you:
- Full-time, permanent positions
- 26 days annual leave
- Attractive salary based on experience
- Company Pension
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Work clothes, safety boots and PPE
- Discount on health insurance
- Discount on gym membership
- Free on-site parking
- Death in Service Benefit
- Free on-site access to the annual flu vaccination
- Social club
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Bike to work scheme
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Experience:
- welding inspection: 3 years (required)
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Work authorisation:
Work Location: In person
