Subsea7
Trainee NDT Inspector
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Introduction
Subsea7 is seeking a Trainee NDT Technician to work in our Global Pipeline Welding Development Centre (PWDC) based in Old Kilpatrick, Glasgow, on a full-time, permanent basis.
This PWDC is Subsea7’s in-house leading facility that supports the continued development of advanced welding technology to meet demands of high-integrity pipelines for the energy industry.
The Trainee NDT Technician will contribute to the delivery of non-destructive testing (NDT) activities within the Global Weld Development Centre (GWDC) and wider NDT Department, while gaining the technical knowledge, practical experience, and skills required to progress towards advanced NDT qualifications.
Working alongside experienced NDT specialists, the Trainee NDT Inspector will play an active role in supporting inspection and qualification activities while developing technical skills through practical experience and formal training.
This role may be suitable for someone who has recently qualified from college and is looking for their first step into the engineering industry. The role offers a structured developmental pathway designed to support progression towards advanced NDT qualifications and increased technical responsibility.
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What will you be doing?
Key responsibilities include:
- Conduct NDT inspection activities in accordance with existing qualifications following approved procedures, specifications, codes, and standards.
- Support inspection activities through equipment set-up, material handling, inspection area preparation, and the collection of inspection data.
- Prepare and compile inspection records and documentation.
- Review and endorse reports by NDT subcontractors.
- Contribute to the planning and coordination of NDT activities, working closely with subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
- Liaise with NDT subcontractors to ensure that all examinations are completed in a timely manner.
- Escalate inspection findings, equipment issues, and procedural queries to supervising personnel.
- Support the NDT Technician with the coordination and oversight of seeded defect weld manufacture for AUT validation, verification, and qualification activities, ensuring defects are manufactured in line with defined objectives and requirements.
- Contribute to the planning and execution of AUT validation and verification (AUTV) activities within the GWDC, including inspection support, data acquisition, and collaborating with engineering and test facility teams.
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What experience would we like you to have?
Please note, if you don’t tick all the boxes below but believe you have some of the relevant skills and experience we’re looking for, please do consider applying. We would encourage you to apply with a CV that highlights your transferable skills and experience.
- PCN Level 2: UT, MT, PT, although this is not essential as training will be provided
- PAUT and TOFD, although this is not essential as training will be provided
- Working knowledge of welding, fabrication, or pipeline manufacturing processes.
- Experience preparing, reviewing, or endorsing NDT inspection reports and close-out documentation.
- Familiarity with the safe operation, handling, and compliance requirements of NDT equipment and inspection facilities.
- Experience working within HSSEQ and quality-controlled environments.
- Assumes accountability for delivery of allocated inspection activities.
- Communicates clearly and effectively with colleagues, clients, and subcontractors at all levels.
- Meets deadlines and remains effective in demanding situations.
- Shows an active interest in learning, continuous improvement, and professional development.
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