Bilfinger UK is a leading engineering and maintenance provider, supporting customers across the chemical & petrochemical, nuclear, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals & biopharma, power & energy, utilities, renewables and food & beverage markets. We enhance the efficiency of assets, ensuring a high level of availability and reducing maintenance costs.
We have extensive experience in offshore and onshore facilities; specialising in asset management services throughout all life cycle phases from consulting, engineering, manufacturing, assembly, operations, maintenance, and decommissioning.
This commitment is delivered by an experienced and highly competent workforce of over 4,500 employees operating from 14 offices in strategic industrial hubs, upholding the highest standards of safety, compliance and quality.
Job Title: Advanced NDT Technician
Location: Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater
Bilfinger UK, a leader in engineering and maintenance, excels in serving a diverse range of markets including chemical, petrochemical, nuclear, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals & biopharma, power & energy, utilities, renewables, and food & beverage. Our commitment lies in enhancing asset efficiency, ensuring high availability while reducing maintenance costs. With a rich history in both offshore and onshore facilities, we specialize in comprehensive asset management services across all lifecycle phases. Our experienced and highly competent workforce of over 4,500, operating from 14 strategic offices, consistently upholds the highest standards of safety, compliance, and quality.
Rotation
2 weeks on 2 weeks off shift
Main Purpose
This role presents a long-term, engaging, and rewarding opportunity as a key member of Bilfinger UK's expanding inspection team at Hinkley Point C. In the role of an Advanced NDT Technician, you will play a crucial part from day one in developing and deploying Advanced Ultrasonic techniques throughout the site.
Main Responsibilities
* Conducting Advanced Ultrasonic Testing on Ferritic and Austenitic pipework and complete inspection reports in a timely and accurate manner.
* Accurately interpreting and documenting test findings in alignment with procedures and industry acceptance standards.
* Reviewing colleagues' reports and data.
* Developing and maintaining Phased Array setups.
* Complete and record daily equipment checks.
* Performing Group 1 and 2 checks in line with BS EN ISO requirements
* Strict adherence to both our internal and site-specific health, safety, environmental, and quality (HSEQ) policies.
* Conducting point of work risk assessments to ensure a safe working environment.
* Providing mentorship and training to apprentices
* Write detailed and concise inspection technique sheets.
Experience And Qualifications
* Essential PCN Level 2 Certification in UT, Phased Array, and TOFD, or equivalent ISO 9712 certification.
* Extensive expertise in PAUT and MUT for inspection of both Ferritic and Austenitic new production pipe welds.
* Proven experience in developing ANDT technical documentation and in delivering technique qualifications.
* Proven experience in the use of TFM/FMC technology for weld inspection would be a distinct advantage.
* Knowledge of the RCC-M construction code would be a distinct advantage.
* Preference for candidates with additional conventional NDT qualifications (VT, MT, PT, RT).
* Can-do, problem-solving skills and keen attention to detail.
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and a willing ability to work in a team.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and familiarity with drawing software such as Visio, AutoCAD or Solidworks
This role offers an exciting, challenging and rewarding opportunity to be an integral part of Bilfinger UK's, growing inspection team on Hinkley Point C, contributing to the future of the UK's Nuclear new build sector.
Closing date for applications 16th October 2025
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