Navantia UK, which acquired Harland & Wolff and its yards in 2025, has a permanent welding inspector vacancy at Methil Yard in Fife. The inspector checks and audits welding against standards and procedures, organises NDT carried out by approved subcontractors and supports inspection and test plans. Applicants need CSWIP 3.1 or PCN Level III and proven experience in a comparable role.

Methods: VT · Level: CSWIP 3.1 or PCN Level 3 · Sector: Shipbuilding and fabrication

What the job involves

Inspect and audit welds for conformity with standards and procedures
Plan and coordinate NDT performed by approved subcontractors
Work alongside supervisors and project teams to uphold quality and safety
Back up inspection and test plans and encourage good HSE behaviour

What you need

CSWIP 3.1 or PCN Level III qualification
Proven track record in a similar inspection post
Good communication and IT ability
Able to pass BPSS security screening during onboarding

Pay and conditions

Permanent position at Methil Yard
Competitive base pay, company pension and 33 days' holiday

How to apply

Apply directly with Navantia UK: the Apply for this job button opens this vacancy on the Navantia UK careers site. NDT Inspect found it on the employer’s careers page and checked that it was open on 14 September 2026. It is listed here until 14 December 2026.