Welding QC Inspector
Application Deadline: 24 February 2026
Department: Quality
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Scarva 2 Fabrication Yard
Reporting To: Quality Control Manager
Description
Team Overview: The Quality department is committed to maintaining the highest standards across all aspects of our products and services. Through rigorous inspection, testing, and continuous improvement processes, the team ensures compliance with industry regulations, client specifications, and internal quality benchmarks. Their focus on excellence supports reliable, safe, and high-performing solutions, reinforcing Alternative Heat's reputation for delivering outstanding mechanical and electrical systems.
Role Overview:
As a Welding QC Inspector, you will ensure all welding and fabrication work meets approved specifications and quality standards. You will perform quality stage inspections, factory acceptance testing, and escalate any issues to the Senior Welding Inspector.
Additionally, you will be responsible for ensuring that all quality stages are recorded on our electronic quality system, ensuring full traceability of all production items. During reviews, you may be required to present the quality process and information from previous similar jobs. The ideal candidate will have experience in welding inspection, quality control, and a strong understanding of fabrication processes within the M&E or manufacturing industries
Job Title | Welding QC Inspector
Location | Scarva 2 Fabrication Facility, Co. Down
Hours | Monday – Thursday 7am – 4.30pm, Friday 7am – 1.30pm
Salary | Competitive Depending on Experience
Responsible to | Quality Control Manager
What You'll be Doing
Conduct inspections and factory acceptance testing to ensure welding and fabrication comply with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards. Monitor and assess welding operations, perform visual and non-destructive testing, verify weld quality and dimensions, and identify defects and non-conformances, recommending corrective actions and repairs as needed. Ensure all quality checks are recorded, maintain full traceability of production items, review welding procedures and qualifications, and uphold health, safety, and environmental requirements.