Quality Inspector

At Shadbolt Group we are seeking passionate and talented people to join our growing team supporting the Australian Shipbuilding and Defence Industry. Our dedicated engineering team is at that heart of our business, as we grow, we need to ensure that our people know they are empowered to make the right choice. 

Shadbolt Group is a premium engineering facility based in Henderson, Perth, WA.  The company offers innovative solutions to meet project expectations. With a "can do" attitude and engineering excellence, Shadbolt Group is committed to providing prompt and focused delivery by a professional and highly trained workforce.

What this opportunity will mean for you:

• Purposeful work where your efforts will be recognised and valued as part of a team. 
• Join an Australian Owned SME organisation that is passionate about Australian Shipbuilding. 
• Unique opportunity to contribute to a program of national significance whilst growing your skills.

The role:

We are currently seeking a Quality Inspector to join our team on a long-term project. 
The key responsibilities of this role will include but are not limited to:

• Supervising QC welding systems / processes on site.
• Performing weld inspections and offering to clients / classification society.
• Assuring site compliance with the relevant quality standards.
• Reviewing welding quality documents.
• Assisting Quality Manager in NCR closure.
• Assisting Quality Manager in MDR compilation and submission to client.

About You
You will bring the following skills and experience to the role:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Current CSWIP 3.1 or recognised IIW International Welding Inspector qualifications.
• An ability to liaise at all levels with the Client and Subcontractors and ability to work as part of a team.
• Demonstrated written communication and IT skills (including Excel, Word).
• Competent in reading and interpretation of complex or simple fabrication drawings, WPS and ITPs.
• Knowledge and understanding of FCAW, GMAW, SAW, and GTAW welding processes.
• Previous experience with SMP fabrication or construction.
• Knowledge of Australian standards relating to structural steel, pipe and welding.
• Self-discipline and work ethic to operate efficiently within a team or autonomously.
• Solid communication skills to work through issues and negotiate win/win outcomes.

Clearances required:

As Defence security is required for this role, applicants must have Australian working rights and eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances.