Welding Inspector

Kane Group are an established, and successful multi-disciplinary building-services solution contractor, with our Head Office based in Banbridge, Northern Ireland.

We're an innovative, forward-thinking company with continued steady growth serving residential, hospitality, education, commercial and healthcare sectors with offices in Northern Ireland, London, Birmingham, Glasgow and the Republic of Ireland.

We are seeking a Welding Inspector based in Banbridge to be part of our growing team.

| KEY RESPONSIBILITIES |

• Conduct visual and dimensional inspection of welds and fabricated components in accordance with drawings, codes, and standards.
• Verify welding procedures (WPS/PQR/WPQ) and ensure compliance during production.
• Perform or coordinate NDT (e.g., DPI, MPI & RT) with third-party testing as required.
• Maintain accurate inspection and test records, weld maps, and traceability documentation.
• Identify non-conformances, raise NCRs, and follow up on corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure inspection equipment calibration and correct usage.
• Support continuous improvement in workshop quality and fabrication processes

|QUALIFICATION|

Essential

• CSWIP 3.0 Visual Weld Inspector

Desirable

• CSWIP 3.1 Welding Inspector

| EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE |

Essential

• Time served and/or certified in welding, mechanical or fabrication engineering (or equivalent)
• Minimum 2 years' experience in welding inspection with pipe fabrication and/or structural steel workshops.

Desirable

• NDT Level 2 certification
• Training or certification in H&S (First Aid, IOSH, Forklift etc)

| ABILITIES & SKILLS |

Essential

• Analytical Thinking: Capable of interpreting specifications, standards, and test results to make sound quality judgments.
• Communication: Clear written and verbal communication with welders, supervisors, and clients to resolve quality issues effectively.
• Problem Solving: Proactive in identifying root causes and recommending corrective and preventive measures.
• Teamwork & Leadership: Works collaboratively with production, QA/QC, and engineering teams while maintaining an objective quality focus.
• Computer Literacy: Proficient with Microsoft Office, quality management software, and digital reporting tools.

| COMPANY BENEFITS |

• Cash Health Plan to include Employee Assistance Programme
• 4 x Salary Death in Service cover
• Auto Enrolment Company Pension scheme (Salary Sacrifice)
• Company Sick Pay Scheme, which is available upon successful completion of probation, and increases with service
• Enhanced maternity & paternity benefits
• Paid professional subscriptions
• Variety of employee discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Branded clothing
• Active Social and Wellbeing Committees
• Annual Health Checks
• Full use of onsite state of the art gym
• Awards for long service
• Additional annual leave based on length of service
• Training and development opportunities.
• Free Onsite parking

Kane is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

INDMED

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Canteen
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Free fitness classes
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Application question(s):

• Do you currently hold a valid CSWIP 3.0 or 3.1 Welding Inspector certification?
• Will you be able to reliably commute to Banbridge BT32 3QD for this job?

Experience:

• Welding inspection in pipe fabrication or structural steel: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person