Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Trainer (PAUT/ToFD)
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Trainer (PAUT/ToFD)
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Marketing Manager at Argyll Ruane and Sonaspection | British Institute of NDT Trustee | BINDT Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Group Chair
Job title: Non-Destructive Testing Trainer
Salary: Competitive depending on qualifications and experience
Department: NDT Training
Location: Sheffield, England – with UK and some overseas travel
Responsible to:Managing Director
Key relationships:
Internal:Other Trainers, Examination staff & Level 3 Services Consultants, Customer Services, Marketing, Learning materials
External:Students and Clients
Description of duties
Overall purpose
To provide a high standard of training in various Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) disciplines in which the post holder is certified.
Key performance areas
* Deliver training at a high standard to students in NDT as required.
* Develop programmes of learning activities including planning, preparing, delivering and researching training sessions.
* Prepare and maintain learning materials.
* Check and assess students’ work and give constructive feedback on their performance. Invigilate examinations and ensure awarding body (i.e. BINDT) standards are met.
* Maintain accurate records of training for all students as required. Provide feedback on all training activities.
* Liaise with other specialists and NDT professionals both internally and externally in order to ensure contemporary thinking and practice is brought into training in the methods and sectors taught.
* “Master” examination specimens as required.
* Attend relevant training courses as required to enhance qualifications and continuously improve training abilities.
* Ensure adequate self-development and training/cross training is undertaken to fulfil the role and responsibilities, share knowledge with team members and contribute to team development.
* Ensure that all personal certifications are kept up to date. If certified at Level 3, to mark examinations as required.
Key attributes / Person specification
* Certified in the methods in which they are required to teach and at least 5 years’ industrial experience as an NDT technician.
* The candidate will hold, as a minimum, PCN Level 2 certifications in Phased Array UT (PAUT) and Time of Flight Diffraction (TOFD)
* Additional Level 2 certifications in Ultrasonic Testing and Surface Testing methods would be advantageous.
* Previous experience in a training environment is desirable, but not essential, as training will be given.
Additional
* Excellent communication skills and the confidence to teach from the front of a classroom.
* The aptitude to gain a deep theoretical understanding of NDT methods and the confidence to be able to respond to challenging student questions.
* Good written skills and the desire to continually improve course notes and materials. Willing to train and upgrade certification to PCN Level 3.
* Willing to train and learn new methods in NDT, as required.
* Willing to train and become certified in other certification schemes, as required by the company (i.e. ASNT).
* Proficient in Microsoft Office programs Word, Excel, Outlook.
* Ability to work well and communicate with a wide variety of people at all levels. Ability to work in a team in a collegiate way.
* Good organisational skills.
Further information
* This job description is intended as a guide to the main responsibilities of the post and is not an exhaustive list of duties and tasks. The post holder may be required to take on other tasks which they could reasonably be expected to perform.
* The post-holder must be willing and able to undertake a reasonable amount of travel as required, both national and international, with occasional overnight stays.
* The post-holder is expected to take responsibility for their self-development which will include attending training in all forms of delivery.
* The post-holder must be willing to undertake some cross-training with other posts within the department to ensure commonality of procedures and flexibility to cater for high workload periods.
* The post-holder is expected to uphold Argyll Ruane values and policies, while contributing to a diverse, inclusive culture and demonstrating an appreciation for the engineering and science community.
* Candidates must be eligible to work within the UK.
Job title: Non-Destructive Testing Trainer
Salary: Competitive depending on qualifications and experience
Department: NDT Training
Location: Sheffield, England – with UK and some overseas travel
Responsible to:Managing Director
Key relationships:
Internal:Other Trainers, Examination staff & Level 3 Services Consultants, Customer Services, Marketing, Learning materials
External:Students and Clients
Description of duties
Overall purpose
To provide a high standard of training in various Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) disciplines in which the post holder is certified.
Key performance areas
* Deliver training at a high standard to students in NDT as required.
* Develop programmes of learning activities including planning, preparing, delivering and researching training sessions.
* Prepare and maintain learning materials.
* Check and assess students’ work and give constructive feedback on their performance. Invigilate examinations and ensure awarding body (i.e. BINDT) standards are met.
* Maintain accurate records of training for all students as required. Provide feedback on all training activities.
* Liaise with other specialists and NDT professionals both internally and externally in order to ensure contemporary thinking and practice is brought into training in the methods and sectors taught.
* “Master” examination specimens as required.
* Attend relevant training courses as required to enhance qualifications and continuously improve training abilities.
* Ensure adequate self-development and training/cross training is undertaken to fulfil the role and responsibilities, share knowledge with team members and contribute to team development.
* Ensure that all personal certifications are kept up to date. If certified at Level 3, to mark examinations as required.
Key attributes / Person specification
Essential
* Certified in the methods in which they are required to teach and at least 5 years’ industrial experience as an NDT technician.
* The candidate will hold, as a minimum, PCN Level 2 certifications in Phased Array UT (PAUT) and Time of Flight Diffraction (TOFD)
* Additional Level 2 certifications in Ultrasonic Testing and Surface Testing methods would be advantageous.
* Previous experience in a training environment is desirable, but not essential, as training will be given.
Additional
* Excellent communication skills and the confidence to teach from the front of a classroom.
* The aptitude to gain a deep theoretical understanding of NDT methods and the confidence to be able to respond to challenging student questions.
* Good written skills and the desire to continually improve course notes and materials. Willing to train and upgrade certification to PCN Level 3.
* Willing to train and learn new methods in NDT, as required.
* Willing to train and become certified in other certification schemes, as required by the company (i.e. ASNT).
* Proficient in Microsoft Office programs Word, Excel, Outlook.
* Ability to work well and communicate with a wide variety of people at all levels. Ability to work in a team in a collegiate way.
* Good organisational skills.
Further information
* This job description is intended as a guide to the main responsibilities of the post and is not an exhaustive list of duties and tasks. The post holder may be required to take on other tasks which they could reasonably be expected to perform.
* The post-holder must be willing and able to undertake a reasonable amount of travel as required, both national and international, with occasional overnight stays.
* The post-holder is expected to take responsibility for their self-development which will include attending training in all forms of delivery.
* The post-holder must be willing to undertake some cross-training with other posts within the department to ensure commonality of procedures and flexibility to cater for high workload periods.
* The post-holder is expected to uphold Argyll Ruane values and policies, while contributing to a diverse, inclusive culture and demonstrating an appreciation for the engineering and science community.
* Candidates must be eligible to work within the UK.
How to apply
Submit your CV and covering letter tobryan.ravenshear@argyllruane.com.
Deadline:08 August 2025
About Argyll Ruane
We’re proud to lead the way in Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and coatings training, examinations and NDT consultancy services. Guided by decades of industry knowledge and expertise, we deliver professional, high-quality services to promote and improve the industry by developing well-trained, highly competent professionals; supporting them and their employers throughout their careers.
Driven by our purpose to cultivate expertise, uphold integrity, and advance quality assurance, we collaborate with a diverse network—from self-sponsored professionals to global multinationals – to elevate industry standards and build a legacy of excellence that inspires trust worldwide.
By joining our team, your work will have a lasting impact—because what we do matters. Together, we inspire and empower NDT and coatings professionals to excel by offering exceptional, high-quality services that elevate industry benchmarks and promote excellence.
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