Quality Control Inspector

Quality Control Engineer/Inspector – Plymouth Land & Sea Resources are currently recruiting for an experienced Quality Control Engineer/Inspector to join a major nuclear capital programme based at Devonport, Plymouth.…

Pay rate £20 – £30/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 6 October 2026

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Quality Control Engineer/Inspector – Plymouth
Land & Sea Resources are currently recruiting for an experienced Quality Control Engineer/Inspector to join a major nuclear capital programme based at Devonport, Plymouth.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Quality Control Engineer/Inspector in Plymouth to join a Quality Control Department and provide civil quality oversight across the full project lifecycle.
Role: Quality Control Engineer/Inspector
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Sector: Nuclear / Civil / Construction
Shift: 4 days on / 4 days off
Hours: 7:00pm – 5:30am once moved onto nights
Initial shift: First month on days before moving onto nights
Clearance: Ability to obtain SC Clearance
Pay and Benefits:
* Monday–Thursday: 1.33x rate
* Friday–Sunday: 2x rate
* Expenses claimable on top of the rate
* South-based candidates preferred, although candidates further afield may be considered
Quality Control Engineer/Inspector – Plymouth
The Quality Control Engineer/Inspector will provide project civil oversight of quality-related activities throughout the project lifecycle.
Key responsibilities for the Quality Control Engineer/Inspector will include:
* Carrying out QC inspections in accordance with specifications and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
* Attending Kick-Off Meetings and Pre-Inspection Production Meetings where required.
* Monitoring compliance with approved procedures, Quality Plans, ITPs and technical requirements.
* Reviewing drawings and ensuring dimensional reports verify critical parameters.
* Witnessing inspection, testing, Factory Acceptance Tests and Site Acceptance Tests.
* Ensuring inspection and test equipment is appropriately calibrated and compliant with contractual requirements.
* Ensuring inspection findings are reported, corrected and verified.
* Producing daily and weekly Inspection Reports and reporting progress to the Quality Engineer / Quality Manager.
* Ensuring Lifetime Quality Records (LTQRs) are generated and verified throughout manufacturing and site activities.
* Carrying out Final Inspection and issuing Certificates of Release where required.
* Completing Contract Close Out Reports where applicable.
Essential Experience:
* Previous experience in quality and/or inspection within construction projects.
* Previous experience in civil construction.
* Ability to obtain SC Clearance.
* Ability to understand civil standards, specifications and technical drawings.
* Civil Engineering qualification or suitable relevant experience.
Desirable Experience:
* Nuclear or MOD experience.
* Experience working on large, complex construction projects.
* ISO 9001 Auditor qualification.
* HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or similar.
* CSCS Card.
* Microsoft Office experience.
Quality Control Engineer/Inspector – Plymouth
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Quality Control Engineer/Inspector to work on a major nuclear programme at Devonport in Plymouth.
The Quality Control Engineer/Inspector role in Plymouth offers an attractive 4 days on / 4 days off shift pattern, enhanced rates for weekend working and expenses on top of the rate.
If you are an experienced Quality Control Engineer/Inspector with a background in civil construction, quality or inspection and are interested in working in Plymouth, apply today.
Quality Control Engineer/Inspector – Plymouth

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