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 Inspectorbased 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.