Job Title: Mechanical Engineering Inspector
Department: Cold Rolled Products (CRP)
Location: Port Talbot (SA13)
Salary: £38,495 plus Benefits
Closing Date: Wednesday 20th May
Due to ongoing operational requirements, opportunities have arisen for Inspectors within the Engineering function at Port Talbot, supporting the Cold Rolled Products (CRP) department.
What you will do
As an Inspector, you will play a key role in maintaining plant reliability and asset performance by leading inspections across your area of responsibility. You will ensure defects are identified, prioritised and resolved effectively to minimise downtime, improve asset availability and support safe, reliable operations.
Working closely with operational teams, engineers and contractors, you will develop a detailed understanding of plant condition and performance, using inspection data and first-principles engineering to drive continuous improvement in maintenance effectiveness.
Key responsibilities include
* Carrying out detailed running and shutdown inspections to maintain a strong understanding of plant condition and performance.
* Identifying, prioritising and resolving defects, either directly or through coordination with shift teams, engineering colleagues or contractors.
* Maintaining and refining maintenance strategies within SAP, ensuring accurate records, histories and job plans.
* Supporting failure investigations and implementing practical, cost-effective engineering solutions.
* Providing first-line technical expertise for the assigned area, supporting operations outside of shift teams.
* Contributing to maintenance planning and execution for shutdowns and maintenance stops, ensuring assets are returned to service fully commissioned and stable.
* Ensuring maintenance activities are carried out safely, including effective use of Permit to Work systems.
* Coaching and supporting others to develop engineering capability and uphold high operational standards.
What you will need
You will have a strong engineering background, supported by a served apprenticeship and ONC/OND or equivalent qualifications. You will bring a sound understanding of engineering first principles and experience working within a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment.
You will be confident in fault‑finding and problem‑solving, with the ability to diagnose issues, prioritise defects and contribute to practical, cost‑effective solutions. Experience using a computerised maintenance management system such as SAP is important, along with the discipline to maintain accurate records and maintenance histories.
Strong communication skills are essential, as the role involves regular interaction with operators, engineers, planners and contractors. You will take a proactive, safety‑focused approach to your work, with the confidence to make decisions, escalated issues appropriately and support safe, reliable plant operation.
What we can offer you
* A market competitive salary
* 35 days holidays per annum
* Annual Pay Review
* Bonus Scheme – subject to business performance
* Ongoing Tata Steel training, which has built a reputation as one of the best within the industry
* One of the UK’s leading defined contribution pension schemes (10% employer contribution / 6% employee contribution)
* Free onsite parking at all of our sites, an employee assistance programme as well as an employee discount scheme for companies including Vodafone, Jaguar Land Rover and various local services
For more information or for an informal discussion please contact: sue.robinson@tatasteeleurope.com
Please note: You may use AI tools to help prepare your application. However, all information must be accurate and based on your own experience. We value genuine, honest responses that reflect who you are.
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